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26 FASHION CONFIDENTIAL

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10 things we really want this month Diary dates for July

16 BORIS BECKER

We talk tennis, success and SW19 with the star ahead of Wimbledon fortnight

This month’s hottest trends and products

POOLSIDE COOL

Swimsuits with old-school glamour

THE SHOOT

A hothouse hideaway

H E A LT H & B E AU T Y

Food & Drink

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Tasty happenings from the local area

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London's best rooftop venues

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Discover cultural hubs, exquisite beaches and the world's best hotel

BEAUTY CONFIDENTIAL Discover the purifying powers of charcoal

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The month's best beauty buys

41 BLACK BEAUTY

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66 INTERIOR INSPIRATIONS

News and views from the designers 71 LIVING WITH PLANTS

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PROPERTY

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The most luxurious on the property market

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Editor’s LETTER

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ew things scream summer like al-fresco dining and July is the month to make this happen. We’ve hunted down the city’s best suntraps to while away the balmy evenings on page 50.

Summer time also signals festival fever but for those unwilling to travel far and wide, Cornbury Festival is the event for you. This glorious three-day festival of frivolity and live music is back with one of its strongest line-ups ever. Take a look at our What’s On page to read all about it. From festivals to fashion - we’ve got a fantastically tropical shoot that provides inspiration for sultry summer nights, along with a selection of the season’s best swimsuits. You can wear one whilst poolside in paradise. Or, if you’ll be topping up your tan on home turf, turn to page 56 to get serious wanderlust over our Indonesian escape. We’ve also talked tennis with Boris Becker and caught up with Ruby Wax. I very much hope you enjoy the issue. Ciao!◆

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Say it with Stripes Fashion designer Mara Hoffman is known for her environmentally conscious swimwear. The 'Vela' swimsuit is made from SPF50+ Italian stretch fabric printed with flattering stripes. £230, net-a-porter.com

Dive into a kaleidoscopic world inspired by the vibrant English garden and the playfulness of Pop Art. La Perla’s pre-fall 17 campaign, fronted by fashion favourite Kendall Jenner, evokes fantasy, imagination and artwork. laperla.com

DON THE POMPOM

Forte Forte blends a modern vision with rustic charm. Embrace the label's talent for polished tailoring, while nailing the summer’s bohemian look. £377, forte-forte.com

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Bimba Y Lola's luxe separates have made the fashion industry sit up and take note. The SS17 collection effortlessly blends tradition with modernity. bimbaylola.com

LIP LOVE

Colour. Create. Customise. Estée Lauder's fun new lip colours are packed with ingredients that help smooth lips and renew moisture. £19, esteelauder.co.uk

FEMME FRAMES

Fendi, now with Karl Lagerfeld at its creative helm, is famed for its exquisite designs. The SS17 collection offers sophistication and highly feminine silhouettes with a contemporary slant. £255, farfetch.com

Woven Wonders

Nannacay's cross-body is expertly handcrafted by local artisans and woven from durable raffia.

This basket style is left unlined for lightness and has enough space for your phone, cards and a compact. £168, farfetch.com

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Sophia Webster taps into her own archives for these playful sandals. The original silhouette was inspired by the designer's visit to the namesake beach. They’ve been updated in this rainbow colourway to brighten summer wardrobes. £350, net-a-porter.com

With interchangeable straps and a wideranging colour spectrum, Cluse watches suit any style and mood. The brand’s new summer '17 collection offers simplicity with a touch of trend-lend, playful details. £79; clusewatches.com

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FREE RANGE For one month this summer at The Old Truman Brewery, a new generation of cutting-edge talent from across the UK will exhibit works in fine art, photography, design, interior design and architecture for free to the public during Free Range.

15 June - 17 July free-range.org.uk

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REVEAL FESTIVAL Un ti l 7 Ju ly V&A xplore the beautiful new spaces of the V&A Exhibition Road Quarter, E with a week-long festival celebrating the Museum's architecture, heritage and history. Highlights include an immersive light exhibition by Simon Heijdens and a showcase from British fashion designer, Molly Goddard. u Cromwell Road, Knightsbidge, SW7, vam.ac.uk

REMAKING NATURE

Soul of a Nation

Fro m 2 2 Ju n e Well c o m e C o ll e c ti o n f you built a museum of nature in the 21st century, what would it look like?

I Remaking is the second phase of Making Nature and is made up of items lent by members of the public that show what nature means to them. The idea is to create a snapshot of nature in modern life and see what we can learn from it. u 183 Euston Roads, NW1; wellcomecollection.org

F rom 12 July Tate Modern

This exhibition turns the idea of 'black art' on its head, tracing an overlooked 20-year period of creative innovation among AfricanAmerican artists, against the backdrop of the Civil Rights movement. Soul of a Nation shines a bright light on the vital contribution of black artists to a dramatic period in American art and history.

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ANNIE THE MUSICAL O n go i n g P i cc a dilly T he a tre tarring the nation’s favourite S comedienne - Miranda Hart - this production is a brand new incarnation of the original. Annie’s iconic music score of course remains the same. Sing along to unforgettable numbers including the eternal anthem of optimism, “Tomorrow.” u 16 Denman Street, W1D; anniethemusical.com

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CORNBURY FESTIVAL

7 - 9 Ju ly T he G re a t Te w Pa rk his one-of-a-kind music festival T brings the very best of summer entertainment to Oxfordshire. A country fair with a rock ‘n’ roll twist; a farmers’ market with a dance floor; a local carnival with a classic contemporary soundtrack. An open-air English party for the whole family. Confirmed acts include Bryan Adams, Kaiser Chiefs, Tom Chaplin, Jools Holland, The Pretenders, with many more still to be announced. u Berghem Mews, Blythe Road, W14; cornburyfestival.com

Free Range Until 17 July T h e O ld T r u man Bre we r y

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Back for its 17th year, Free Range is the largest undergraduate degree show open to the public.

With an extensive and diverse cross-section of work from the UK’s emerging artists and creatives, the show provides a platform for artists beyond their education. The eclectic space on Brick Lane is set to showcase over 3000 exhibitors.

Expect fine art, photography, design, fashion and architecture.

SHAKESPEARE IN THE SQUARES

5 July Connaught S qua re ll the world’s a stage” including A central London’s Connaught Square. The outdoor space will be occupied by non-profit touring company, Shakespeare in the Squares this month for another stunning performance.

The group are renowned for their expert reinterpretations of Shakespearean classics and this year’s Romeo and Juliet, set in 1950’s Italy, looks set to be one of the best yet. u Connaught Square, Connaught Street, W2; shakespeareinthesquares.co.uk

85 Brick Lane, E1; free-range.org.uk

EVENT OF THE MONTH

HYPER JAPAN 14 -16 Ju ly To b ac c o D o c k aking over London’s iconic Tobacco Dock venue, Hyper Japan will transform the space into a unique celebration of music, food, drink, fashion and technology, drawing inspiration from both the traditional and

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Game, Set & Lunch

Absolutely catches up with Boris Becker and Annabel Croft to talk tennis, success and SW19 Wo r d s H e l e n B r o w n Photography rebecca noonan

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16-year-old Boris Becker was brought to San Lorenzo fresh from his success at Queen’s Club by tennis legend and coach, Ion Tiriac.

He ordered a steak and pasta, followed by a lemon sorbet, and that became his pre-match ritual. It was what he ordered the night before his record-breaking singles victory in 1985. ‘That became my diet before every single match,’ Boris says, sitting now at a corner table in San Lorenzo Wimbledon over 30 years later with Annabel Croft.

Founded in 1969, San Lorenzo is as much a part of Wimbledon heritage as tennis whites, strawberries and Champagne. Stationed at the bottom of the hill in this charming borough, the upmarket Italian boasts a list of diners that reads like the Wimbledon tournament leader board. Ghigo Berni and his brother Paolo – sons of Lorenzo and Mara Berni of the legendary San Lorenzo in Beauchamp Place – have fed just about every tennis champion of the past five

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AT 17, BORIS BECKER BECAME THE YOUNGEST EVER MALE GRAND SLAM SINGLES CHAMPION

Becker's GENERATION was the last to ENJOY A DECENT DINNER and A DRINK after KNOCKING A FEW BALLS about on court

decades. Andre Agassi had the local mothers of Wimbledon fawning over him as he dined and Martina Navratilova hosted her retirement party here. Stan Smith comes here to eat and his picture hangs on the wall. Last year, the place was frequented by Maria Sharapova and the Williams sisters, to name just a few.

The floors are tiled with cream slabs and the walls hung with quirky and considered art. Alongside Stan Smith are black and white shots of Nastase and Adriano Panatta. Beyond the bar is a second, quieter dining room and outside an al fresco area.

We’re here with restaurant owner Ghigo and Annabel Croft - former British number one tennis player, presenter and frequent visitor to San Lorenzo. The three share an affectionate friendship that dates back to Boris and Annabel’s playing days.

Tennis stars these days are arguably fitter than ever, thanks to fierce coaches and stricter diets, but what was impressive about the players of the young Tiriac generation was their ability to perform exceptionally on court whilst maintaining a spirited social life off it.

Annabel and Boris reminisce fondly on

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ARTS & CULTURE / PROFILE (FROM LEFT TO RIGHT) BORIS, ANNABEL AND GHIGO AT SAN LORENZO WIMBLEDON

GHIGO BERNI & his brother PAOLO have FED JUST ABOUT EVERY TENNIS GREAT of the past FIVE DECADES Wednesday nights spent at China White and dinners-turned-discos at Tramp.

‘I remember seeing Boris, hobbling around on crutches,’ Annabel recalls. ‘He was 16 and beating Bill Scanlon on court two, but he’d sprained his ankle. I remember going to a nightclub and he was there on his crutches,’ she says.

‘It was an era when players were much more photographed,’ Ghigo tells us. ‘We would have paparazzi here all the time, especially for people like Gabriela Sabatini and Annabel. I remember those days really fondly.’

It was during this time - when Boris was here pretty much every night, at the same table - that he met Ghigo and his family. ‘We’re talking 32-33 years ago. I don’t think I’ve eaten more food out of any other restaurant in the world,’ Boris says.

Ghigo’s parents are the godparents of Boris’

children and there is even a pizza named after his son, Noah.

Boris’ generation was the last to really enjoy a decent dinner and drink after knocking a few balls about on the court. ‘We underestimate - especially the top players - how much pressure they are under now,’ he says. ‘They’re all part of a bigger picture and that is the entertainment industry. You have kids and young adults watching - impressionable people - and the players become role models even though they don’t want to be,’ he explains. So did he realise the magnitude of what he’d achieved at the time? Not at all; he believes ‘it was the innocence of youth. It was the mid 80’s and sports didn’t really exist in Germany at the time, with the exception of a few footballers.’

When he hit that last brutal serve against Kevin Curren to lift the Wimbledon title, he became part of championship folklore.

We look back now and see that of course he was always going to do well.

Playing abilities aside, he had the mentality to completely disengage with outside pressures when on the court. ‘I think it’s one of the harshest sports in terms

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of psychology, because you can’t really prepare for it,’ Annabel says.

Boris credits Tiriac for this winning sports mindset. ‘He would say the purpose of today is to win the match. So what do we have to do today to win the match?’ Boris recalls.

This strength of mind is the mark of a great player. Boris believes it’s part of the battle; 'You don’t win a tennis match just by hitting the ball,’ he says. ‘As a coach, I thought it was important to practise a lot, but I rated the match mentality much higher,’ he continues.

This was certainly evident during his stint with Djokovic. After crashing out of the French Open final, Djokovic went on to lift the Wimbledon trophy under the guidance of Boris. ‘It’s how you react and deal with certain situations that counts,’ he tells us, ‘It’s not what you do on the practise court, it’s what you do in the match.’

Boris now lives in Wimbledon and his career has turned full circle. This year we’ll see him commentating at the tournament again. And as for coaching, will we see him return to the sidelines? ‘I wouldn’t rule it out, a few players have asked me - both male and female,’ he says. ‘Coaching is a very time consuming commitment though. I’m on standby for my family, but you also have to be on standby for the players,’ he explains.

For him, the ‘weekend is the weekend’ which he enjoys at the home he has made here in Wimbledon, still eating three times a week at San Lorenzo. It’s easy to see why he, Annabel and so many tennis greats have developed such a fondness for the place.

It has the alluring charm of an authentic Italian trattoria and with food to match.

As a mecca for the tennis world, and with the Wimbledon fortnight on the horizon, this iconic eatery will always be an inherent aspect of Wimbledon’s heritage. ◆

IN 1986, BORIS SUCCESSFULLY DEFENDED HIS WIMBLEDON TITLE, DEFEATING WORLD NO. 1 IVAN LENDL IN STRAIGHT SETS IN THE FINAL

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Balenciaga Shaping Fa shion Step into the world of Cristóbal Balenciaga at the V&A Wo r d s H e l e n B r o w n

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ristóbal Balenciaga was indisputably one of the most influential fashion designers of the 20th century. Revered by his contemporaries, including Coco Chanel and Hubert de Givenchy, his exquisite craftsmanship, pioneering use of fabric and innovative cutting set the tone for the modernity of the late 20th century fashion. This spring, the V&A have

REVERED by his CONTEMPORARIES, including COCO CHANEL & Hubert de GIVENCHY

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opened the first ever exhibition exploring the work of this illustrious designer and the influence he continues to have on modern fashion.

It is the first of its kind to look at Balenciaga’s unique approach to designing and showcases pieces by his protégés and contemporary designers working in the same innovative way today.

The exhibition marks the centenary of the opening of Balenciaga’s first fashion house in San Sebastian and the 80th anniversary of the opening of his famous fashion house in Paris.

Balenciaga: Shaping Fashion focuses on the latter part of Balenciaga’s long career in the 1950s and 1960s, arguably one of his most creative periods. It was during these years that he not only dressed some of the most renowned women of the time, but also introduced revolutionary shapes including the tunic, the sack, ‘baby doll’ and shift dress – all of which remain style staples today. Highlights include ensembles made by Balenciaga for Hollywood actress Ava Gardner, dresses and hats belonging to socialite and 1960s fashion icon Gloria Guinness, and pieces worn by one of the world’s wealthiest women, Mona von Bismarck, who commissioned everything from ballgowns to gardening shorts from the couturier.

The exhibition exemplifies his lasting impact on fashion through the work of those who trained with him and those who reflect the legacy of his vision today. ◆ On now until 18 February 2018 at the Victoria & Albert Museum, open daily 10:00 - 17:30 and Fridays 10:00 - 21:30 Cromwell Road, Knightsbridge, SW7 vam.ac.uk

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Wax LYRICAL

Ruby Wax is frazzled. Who isn't? We catch up with her ahead of her new show that fuses comedy and mindfulness Interview Pendle Harte

PENDLE HARTE: How frazzled are you today, Ruby?

RUBY WAX: Not frazzled at all! I do have to write a book, but that’s a pleasure and it’s so interesting that it doesn’t feel like a job. It’s called How To Be Human and I’m writing it with a monk and a neuroscientist. It has all the answers.

University offers a master’s programme in Mindfuness and Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) so I thought there must be something to it. I only did it because they offered it at Oxford.

PH: Tell us about the show?

RW: It’s a comedy. You can give good information when you make people laugh. Bill Bryson does it and he’s my hero, dotting everything through with comedy. I go off piste a lot. The show isn’t about depression at all – you can’t keep on about the same thing. There are lots of kids in the audience – it isn’t old fans.

It’s a fantastically entertaining show that remains conversational as well as being funny and insightful. It’s your passport to saner living. I might not be sane myself but I do a pretty good imitation.

PH: That sounds promising. What are the answers?

RW: A lot of the book is their conversation. Part of our brain still functions as if it is hundreds of thousands of years ago and we haven’t yet learned to adjust our dials for the 21st century.

That's why we're frazzled.

PH: What is the definition of frazzled?

RW: We’re all frazzled. Everybody is. It’s not being stressed, it’s thinking about stress. It’s getting stressed about stress.

It’s thinking ‘why have I only got 15,000 friends on Facebook?’ and ‘why don’t I make enough money?’ We’re living in such a wired society and everybody feels that way. Even kids do.

PH: Your book Frazzled advises mindful methods. Do they work long term?

RW: You have to keep pumping it – it’s like going to the gym. You have to work the muscle in your brain. Oxford

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BEING FRAZZLED

isn't being stressed – it's GETTING stressed ABOUT STRESS

PH: Is it going well?

RW: So far it’s more popular than any of my other shows. I have hit the zeitgeist with the subject and it’s not a lecture – it’s funny. It’s totally scripted but I make it feel spontaneous, and then I let the audience talk and it really is spontaneous.

PH: Do you find it exhausting?

RW: No! Because I love it. I go out during the interval and talk to people – hearing their stories will never drain me. I hate

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I HATE COCKTAIL

parties and making SMALL TALK

– that's exhausting.

Doing the show isn't cocktail parties and talking to people about how successful they are and making small talk – that’s exhausting.

PH: When did you first notice you were funny?

RW: Alan Rickman told me when we were at the RSC. I wanted to be a classical actress and he told me it wouldn’t happen and that I should write some comedy instead. I knew at high school that I never got the good-looking boys and that being funny was my ammo. These days, at home, I’m not just funny – I’m an object of total ridiculousness.

PH: What does a normal day look like for you?

RW: There is no normal day. I do these eclectic jobs – this Saturday I’m teaching then doing a thing at parliament. I can work anywhere – I’ll get on a train and that’s my office.

Ruby Wax photographed by Steve Ullathorne

PH: What do you do to relax?

RW: Kayak. Sleep a lot. Travel to Cape Town.

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PH: What are you doing next?

RW: I hate that question. I mean, isn’t this enough? I’ll probably do a tour for the book. I’ll need the monk and the neuroscientist though – I’ve got the monk, he’s moved in with us actually. I call him my airfreshener. He’s hilarious. But he’s very in demand (his mother was in the Kumars) and he’s kind of a movie star monk. The neuroscientist is a teacher at Yale – he’s really good looking. ◆

Frazzled, a show based on Ruby Wax’s book A Mindfulness Guide for the Frazzled (Penguin, £6.99) is at the Leicester Square Theatre from 30 May to 24 June. rubywax.net

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DENIM DREAMS Towing the line between timeless and trendy, Danish-born brand Gestuz is the under-the-radar high street brand you need in your wardrobe. Known for their cool Scandi spin on new season styles, their SS17 collection is a riot of vibrant prints, balanced by minimalist separates. gestuz.com

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Miniaturise your handbags, discover new nudes and covet retro fabrics this July Wo r d s j oy m o n t g o m e r y

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HIGH STREET BRANDS UTERQÜE The lesser-known sister of high street chain Zara, Uterqüe offers that elusive balance of grown-up elegance and trend-led detail.

Perfect for chic investment pieces, the brand’s jewellery line is known as the high street secret of countless fashion editors.

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RELATED APPAREL Created by two generations of one family, Related Apparel is the contemporary new fashion brand offering stylish and wearable pieces for the modern women. Perfect for girly separates and wardrobe staples, Related has taken Instagram by storm, delivering sellout look after sell-out look. relatedapparel.com

◆ SAMSØE & SAMSØE Rooted in Scandinavian simplicity, Samsøe & Samsøe dates back to 1993 when brothers Klaus and Preben opened a small shop in Copenhagen. Fast forward two decades and the brand combines the utilitarian energy of Copenhagen street style with a quintessentially Scandinavian spirit. samsoe.com

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◆ FINERY Launched in 2014, Finery is the London-born brand making modern and sophisticated looks without compromising on quality. Their collections offer an innovative attention to detail, alongside dramatic silhouettes and distinctive prints, making it great for unusual occasion wear.

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Born in Los Angeles, raised in Sydney and Hong Kong, and working in NYC, Tokyo and London; N12H’s Nerissa Lee is the definition of an international woman.

Named after the New York city apartment where the label was born, N12H offers polished, trend-led looks for a jet set generation. n12h.com

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Prada

of the best

They might look like they’ve been plucked from your Grandmother’s curtains c.1975, but my goodness do we love retro prints.

Prada has jumped in at the deep end for SS17 with a collection packed full of throwback fabrics. This printed crepe de chine shirt ticks all the boxes with its bold, geometric print and maraboutrimmed cuffs. Elegant when tucked into a midi skirt or cool with dark denim; £945. net-a-porter.com

MINI BAGS NANNACAY

Straw Baby Roge Black Pom Pom Bag £95; avenue32.com

NEW NUDES Christian Louboutin

Following their innovative nude shoe launch in the summer of 2013, Christian Louboutin has continued the story with two new styles. The Christeriva, a ribbon-laced heel, and the Cherrysandal, a chunky ankle strap style, both come in seven shades. One for every complexion. Nude never looked so good. christianlouboutin.com

MAYRA FEDANE

Mini Nicole Shoulder Bag £1,107; farfetch.com

& OTHER STORIES

Mini Leather Saddle Bag £69; stories.com

KOOL KICKS Puma x The Kooples

Drop everything. PUMA has teamed up with Parisian lifestyle label The Kooples for one seriously cool collaboration.

The Kooples brings all their rock n’ roll glamour to PUMA’s Clyde trainers - a low-top style that was created in the 1970s and named after basketball icon Walt “Clyde” Frazier. Coming in black and white, they’ll bring athleisure luxe to any floaty floral dress. thekooples.com

MANGO

Mini Leather Bucket Bag, £35.99; matchesfashion.com

SIMON MILLER

Bonsai 20 Nubuck Bucket Bag £480; net-a-porter.com

CATCH 22 Sophie Hulme

Cocktail stirrers, straws and whistles are the unlikely source of inspiration for Sophie Hulme’s pre-fall '17 catch collection. Coming in a range of sizes and colours, each one is cut in smooth saddle leather. This pastel pink iteration fulfils all our mini bag dreams and will add just the right amount of sweetness to your summer wardrobe; £295 sophiehulme.com

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GUCCI

Mini Leather Chain Bag £1,290; gucci.com

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FASHION / TREND MELISSA ODABASH Dominica Halterneck Swimsuit, £202; odabash.com FLAGPOLE Lynn Cutout Swimsuit, £265; net-a-porter.com

TOPSHOP Leopard Print Swimsuit, £32; topshop.com

MARA HOFFMAN Lace-Up Front One Piece, £188.70; revolve.com

ASCENO Marshmallow Arrow Printed V-Neck One Piece, £195; asceno.com

ERES Diagram OneShoulder One-Piece Swimsuit, £350; net-a-porter.com

LAZUL Elvira Frilled Swimsuit, £225; selfridges.com

ALEXANDRA MIRO Tatiana, £189; alexandramiro.com

COS SS17

& OTHER STORIES V-Neck Swimsuit, £45; stories.com

MARYSIA Santa Barbara Maillot Scalloped Swimsuit, £270; boutiqe1.com

POOLSIDE COOL

SOLID AND STRIPED The Ballerina ColourBlock Swimsuit, £145; net-a-porter.com

Fall in love with the old school glamour of the swimsuit

TORY BURCH Garden Party Printed Underwired Swimsuit, £235; net-a-porter.com

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WHISTLES Stripe San Diego Swimsuit, £80; whistles.com

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COLOUR PLAY Zoe Boikou started out in 2008 selling make-up tools on eBay. Fast forward nine years and ZOEVA now offers a range of 260 products. Luxe yet affordable, the brand’s eyeshadow palettes and vegan make-up brushes have gained cult status within the industry. zoevacosmetics.com

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hen you have wrinkles, acne scars and large pores, it's easy to give into defeat. But, as I know only too well, every time you look in the mirror you concentrate on your faults and it's constantly demoralising. Luckily for those who can't take time out from everyday life to go under the knife and hide inside, there's Venus Viva. This non-surgical facial uses a device that emits nonfractional radiofrequency waves below the surface of the skin to heat the cells and stimulate the body's natural collagen production.

With small needles penetrating into the upper epidermis, I'd be lying if I said it is completely pain-free but my therapist Clare Marie Peters applies a thick layer of numbing cream before my first session so it isn't too bad. A bonus: the downtime is minimal. Slightly flushed with a few stamp marks, my face feels really hot physically but visually isn't bad enough to draw unwanted attention. The best bit, however, is the improved collagen production that gives my skin a dewy, luminous glow. To see a real change in the skin quality and texture, at least three sessions are needed but, in spacing these two weeks apart you could have brilliant skin in just six weeks. I'd happily recommend the Venus Viva to anyone who's fed up of their imperfect skin. ◆ JOSHI CLINIC

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Head in the Clouds Cloud Nine

Tired of mediocre hair styling appliances that increased the risk of damaged hair, Cloud Nine brought 50 years of hair dressing experience to their innovative line of products. With temperature control, mineral coating and ceramic heat technology, it’ll smooth even the most unruly of manes - perfect for humid summer nights. cloudninehair.com

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Al e s s a n d r a S t e i n h e r r x M AC

of the best

For SS17 MAC have made a clever move to inspire a new generation of beauty mavens by recruiting ten global influencers to create their own lipstick shades. We love Beauty Director Alessandra Steinherr's offering: the perfect shade of 'yourlips-but-better' nude; £16.50. maccosmetics.co.uk

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EYE CREAMS

GOOD TO GLOW Charlotte Tilbury

Fake tan has had a rough time in recent years, with programs such as TOWIE making it synonymous with muddy shades of mahogany.

Charlotte Tilbury to the rescue.

Infused with oat kernel extract, the brand's new overnight bronzing mask is our new go-to for a subtle, streakfree glow; £38. charlottetilbury.com

SANDS OF TIME D iptyque

Bring both scent and style into your home with Dyptique's new fragrance diffusers. Elegantly shaped like an hourglass, it take sixty minutes for the fragrance to travel through the sablier, offering you an hour of bliss. Each is made of a different coloured glass that corresponds to a delectable scent; £120. diptyqueparis.co.uk

Barrecore

Everyone’s favourite leg-shaking, ballet-inspired exercise class is coming to the city of London. Minutes from Moorgate station, the venue is designed with city professionals in mind and will offer a 360-degree wellness service, combining luxury facilities, two Barrecore Studios, a retail area and a healthy Juice Bar. Bring on the barre. barrecore.co.uk

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DR HAUSCHKA Daily Hydrating Eye Cream, £29.50; dr.hauschka.com

3 4 BENEFIT Puff Off Eye Gel, £24.50; benefitcosmetics.com

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THIS WORKS Light Time Open Eyes, £25; thisworks.com

BALLET BODY

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CLINIQUE All About Eyes, £27; clinique.co.uk

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VICHY Slow Âge Eye Cream, £25; vichy.co.uk

ESTÉE LAUDER Advanced Night Repair Eye, £42; esteelauder.co.uk

ORIGINS GinZing™ Refreshing Eye Cream, £20.50; origins.co.uk

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HEALTH & BEAUTY / PRODUCTS L’ORÉAL PARIS

Pure Clay Detox Mask, £5.99; boots.com

CLINIQUE

Pore Refining Solutions Charcoal Mask, £24; clinique.co.uk

ERNO LASZLO

Detoxifying Double Cleansing Set, £28; harveynichols.com

SORT OF COAL

Kuro Shampoo, £22; la-gent.com

HASK

Charcoal With Citrus Oil Purifying Dry Shampoo, £6.99; superdrug.com

LIVING PROOF

Healthy Hair 5-In-1 Styling Treatment, £14; spacenk.com

ORIGINS

MICHAEL KORS AW16

Clear Improvement Active Charcoal Pore Clearing Mask, £25; debenhams.com

ORIGINS

Clear Improvement Detoxifying Charcoal Body Scrub, £25; origins.co.uk

BLACK BEAUTY

JORGOBÉ

The Original Black Peel Off Mask, £26; jorgobe.co.uk

PETER THOMAS ROTH Irish Moor Mud Mask, £39; cultbeauty.co.uk

Discover the purifying powers of charcoal

YES TO TOMATOES

Detoxifying Charcoal Paper Mask, £3.49; feelunique.com

ERNO LASZLO

Detoxifying Hydrogel Mask, £50; harrods.com

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THE BODY SHOP

Pure Konjac Puff Sponge With Bamboo Charcoal, £8.99; cultbeauty.co.uk

Himalayan Charcoal Purifying Glow Mask, £16; thebodyshop.com

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BEST OF BRUNCH Whether you're in the mood to make something sweet or savoury, speedy or slow, The Little Book of Brunch has the world's best ever recipes, from Middle Eastern Shakshuka and traditional English Savouries, to indulgent Brioche French Toast; £16 penguinrandomhouse.co.uk

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What to drink

GRAPE NEWS

Wine recommendations for the month

kitchen

CONFIDENTIAL London’s food news and delicious things to see you through July Wo r d s H A N N A H H O P K I N S

By B E R RY B R OS . & R U D D

2015 BERRY BROS. & RUDD PROVENCE ROSÉ BY CHÂTEAU LA MASCARONNE £12.95 A soft-pink rosé with aromas of wild berries, white peach and, appropriately enough, Provencal herbs. Fresh, crisp and summery, it's the ideal wine to enjoy over May's Bank Holiday weekends. ◆

2015 BEAUJOLAISVILLAGES, LANTIGNIÉ, ALEXANDRE BURGAUD £10.95 A fruity, light style red, perfect for the warmer days.

With flavours of black fruits it is a fresh and fruity red wine, a colourful and classic Beaujolais with a hint of spice and a juicy edge. ◆

NYETIMBER CLASSIC CUVEE £31.95 A popular sparkling wine from Kent, it exhibits aromas of toasty, almond and honey notes and baked apple and spice on the palate. Perfect served chilled as an aperitif, but it's also good with lighter starters with shellfish or poultry. ◆

Healthy & Hearty M a p l e & K i n g ’s

B E R RY B R OS . & R U D D

Berry Bros. & Rudd is Britain's oldest wine and spirit merchant, having traded from the same shop since 1698. Today the company also has offices in Japan, Singapore and Hong Kong, a Wine School and an exclusive fine wine and dining venue in St James's. bbr.com

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Big sister to Maple & Fitz in Fitzrovia, Maple & King’s is just a stone’s throw from King’s Cross station and is packed with al fresco seating just in time for the summer. Delicious, healthy and hearty highlights of the menu include sweetcorn and courgette fritters with guacamole, black bean heritage tomato pico de gallo and coriander yoghurt.

No 1, 3 Pancras Square, N1C; mymapleandco.com

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PICK

GIN O’CLOCK G'Vine Drinks

From the founder of Ciroc, G’Vine is a new gin distilled from grapes instead of wheat and then infused with vine flowers. Ultracool and modern in a beautifully designed bottle, it pairs well with elderflower Fever Tree tonic and frozen grapes or berries. The perfect summer tipple. g-vine.com

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DUDE FOOD D irty Bones Shoreditch

A third branch of the American-style dive bar and diner has arrived in east London.

Serving the same American-style comfort food as its Kensington and Carnaby Street restaurants, the dishes focus on poshed-up dude-food and home-style cooking.

1 Club Row, E1 dirty-bones.com

HAMPERS Avoid soggy sandwiches with a readymade picnic hamper Wo r d s H E L E N B R OW N

01 THE DE BEAUVOIR DELI

The De Beauvoir Deli’s picnic hampers celebrate London’s green spaces. For a banquet fit for royalty go for the Hyde Park with smoked salmon pate, mixed olives, Tunworth cheese and more.

From £35; thedebeauvoirdeli.co.uk

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EGGS ALL DAY

Get that Italian feast with the ready-made picnic hamper from Carluccio’s. This antipasti offering includes olive focaccia, a pearl-barley salad with grilled aubergine and pancetta and taleggio tarts.

Chicken supreme and courgette, mint and ricotta frittata follows, and the meal ends on a dolce note with strawberry shortcrust tarts £45 for two people; carluccios.com

Yo l k

After a string of successful pop-ups, Yolk now have their first proper site in the City of London. Serving a tight menu of simple but superb dishes - it’s mouth-watering menu includes the Steak Béarnaise sandwich: bavette steak served with brown butter béarnaise, caramelised balsamic onions and fresh rocket leaves on a hot ciabatta.

Finsbury Avenue Square, EC2M yolklondon.com

03 CORRIGAN’S

The hamper from Corrigan's includes seasonal dishes from the Irish and British menu, which can be tailored to your group size. A hamper for four contains seven dishes, homemade breads and hand churned butter. You'll also enjoy a bottle of champagne, two mineral waters and two blankets. £200 for four people; corrigansmayfair.co.uk

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PUB LUNCH The Vincent

The team behind the Sebright Arms have opened The Vincent in Hackney. The menu, led by Head Chef Rob McMillan, focuses on local ingredients, such as the signature smoked hoisin crispy duck with peach and pomegranate, while interiors bring the natural world in with raw materials and greenery.

2 Atkins Square, E8 thevincente8.com

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Get the Royal treatment in one of the nearby Royal Parks with a picnic feast from Duke's. Along with exceptional cuisine, this hamper comes with a butler. Yes, a butler. He'll meet you on arrival, set up the rug and serve your treats. £39.50 per person; dukeshotel.com

05 THE MOUNT STREET DELI

For a day out with good food and good company, there are two to choose from. The Scott’s Picnic Lunch includes lobster, smoked salmon, soda bread and a bottle of Pulenta La Flor Sauvignon Blanc. £45 for the Mount Street Deli Picnic Lunch for two people; themountstreetdeli.co.uk

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Inspired by vibrant Cuba, Brixton Beach Havana transports guests to a lush and colourful paradise. Imagine a sun-kissed beach and palms swaying lazily in the breeze. All against a soundtrack of Cuban jazz and rolling waves.

With a freshly made mojito in hand, you'll forget you're in the heart of Brixton Market. ◆ Pope's Road, SW9; brixtonrooftop.com

2 . AV I A R Y R O O F T O P T E R RAC E Aviary is London’s latest rooftop hotspot, standing ten floors above Finsbury Square. It offers breathtaking views of the capital’s iconic skyline, sensational cocktails and renowned DJs. Head here for Café Del Mar vibes. ◆ 22-25 Finsbury Square, EC2A; aviarylondon.com

3 . P ROU D CA M D E N ROOFTOP GARDENS Enjoy the very best of British summertime in an idyllic, quintessentially English Garden.

The roof terrace at Proud Camden has been transformed with full decking, a beautiful rockery and striking water feature. While away a hazy afternoon with some of the best acoustic live acts in the capital. Then dine from one of London’s most popular pop-ups, Burger Bear. ◆ Chalk Farm Road, NW1; proudcamden.com

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This summer, Paddington becomes home to Pergola Paddington Central, the sister site to White City’s much-loved Pergola on the Roof.

This will be west London’s largest alfresco drinking and dining destination with a seating area fitting 850 guests. Set over two floors, the venue fuses contemporary urban-design with lush green landscaping. Food comes courtesy of Patty & Bun, Mamalan, DF/Mexico and more. ◆ 5 Kingdon Street, W2; pergolaontheroof.com

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5. GOLDEN BEE

This popular East London hangout has launched a new split-level rooftop terrace.

Long been the destination for sun-worshippers, it now features a luxurious VIP section and new U-shaped bar. The new mezzanine area has its own bar and can be exclusively hired on any night of the week. The space will additionally house one of the the capital's most impressive cinemas. Golden Bee has a tie-in with Universal Pictures so they can screen new releases as well as cult classics. ◆ Singer Street, EC1V; goldenbee.co.uk

6. SKYLIGHT

Skylight is one of London's most imaginative new summer rooftops. Themed around a British urban lawn club, the place combines boules with beverages. Also on offer are multiple bars, three croquet lawns, street food stalls and some of the capital's best views. ◆ Tobacco Quay, Pennington Street, E1W; skylightlondon.com

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7. T H E R O O F D E C K B A R & R E S TAU R A N T AT SELFRIDGES Inspired by the cool Californian lifestyle, Roof Deck brings a taste of the American West Coast to the heart of Oxford Street. Perched upon Selfridges’ iconic rooftop, it offers the perfect, carefree Cali hideaway this spring and summer. On balmy evenings, enjoy the terrace with relaxed seating and views of London’s beautiful skyline. Or hideaway in the exclusive cabana, sheltered with drapes and decorated with twinkling lights. ◆ Selfridges, 400 Oxford Street, W1A; selfridges.com

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8. SISU

The team behind last year’s #NotchLDN are again serving up some of the best rooftop vibes in town. Sisu is a utilitarian nature reserve where you can escape the city in Scandinavianinspired surrounds. Expect self-dispense cocktails and a greenhouse dining space, the RetrEat. ◆ 535 Oxford Street, W1C; sisuboutique.com

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The place IS PACKED with IN-THE-KNOW FOODIES, emptying plates AT A RATE of knots.

Madame D’s Rice, spice and all things nice at this new Himalayan joint Wo r d s H a n n a h H o p k i n s

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f you like your spicy food, bag a table at Madame D’s, a dining den on Commercial Street showcasing oriental Himalayan flavours.

Fans of Gunpowder, the home style Indian kitchen, may well have already heard of Madame D’s, which comes from the same owners - Harneet and Devina Baweja. But their new venture is different in both size and flavour.

Marked only by awnings overhanging the windows, Madame D’s echoes the ramshackle back-rooms that once littered the Commercial Street rag route. Set above the neon sign-posted Charles King Harman

bar, the pared back room instantly puts you at ease. Packed with quirks leftover from the former curry house it inhabits, there are lights made from chutney pot clusters and old curry house chair backs forming the bar.

We loved the atmospheric smoky candlelight and distressed walls.

Makeshift industrial trestle tables and long wooden benches line the room for communal feasting, while dishes and specials are written on chalk boards - a perfect setup for the sharing plates, dips and sauces to come.

First though, are the cocktails. We opt for a surprisingly refreshing absinthe, bourbon

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and lime concoction, as well as a delightful rose spritz. Both are light and the perfect accompaniment to our nibbles - prawn crackers with szechuan pepper salt and a punchy dip.

The succinct menu from Harneet and Head Chef Nirmal Save is a love letter to the darker, oriental palate of the Himalayas, drawing on the flavours of Indian, Nepalese, Tibetan and Chinese cooking and using local ingredients.

With dishes designed to share we opt for six or so plates including Maa’s Kashmiri Lamb Chops, the Venison and Vermicelli Doughnut, Tangraegg Fried Rice and the Gunpowder Aloo Chaat. Stand outs include the spicy and salty Hakka Chilli Paneer and melt-in-the-mouth Gold Coin Naga Beef Puffs.

All of this deliciousness ranges from £3 to £15 a dish. Bargain. To finish we try out one of the new puddings - a take on a classic rice pudding served with hibiscus soup. It’s a sweet, delicious finish to a rich meal. By the time we leave the place is packed with inthe-know foodies, emptying plates at a rate of knots and securing Harneet and Devina Baweja’s place as the king and queen of the food scene. u M A DA M E D’ S 76 Commercial Street, E1; 020 7247 1341 madame-d.com

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From authentic Italian to nutritious juices; linecaught fish, foraging and some of the city’s best wings, Canalside has a range of eateries to satisfy all tastes. We tried out a few of our favourites…

One of London’s most talked about bars has found a second home at Canalside. Great news for anyone looking to kick back with a refreshing, revitalising drink in a unique and trendy setting.

Four Quarters is famous for immersing its visitors in an atmosphere that is both nostalgic and fun. Where else can you quench your thirst with a quality cocktail or craft beer and relive your childhood by whiling the hours away on a selection of classic arcade games? ◆ facebook.com/fourquartersbar

2 . T H E B R E A K FA S T C L U B

One of our favourite breakfast spots has made a triumphant return to its original home in East London. The Breakfast Club has been a firm favourite amongst city-goers on the hunt for waffles, eggs and everything in between.

This new location means your avocado is served with a canal-side view. Don’t be fooled by the name, The Breakfast Club does a mean all-day menu too, featuring burgers, wraps, chicken and more. ◆ thebreakfastclubcafes.com

3. SHANE’S ON CANALSIDE

With a menu that boasts multiple rabbit dishes, deer, steak, lamb belly and venison,

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FOOD & DRINK / EATING OUT Shane’s on Canalside is a gastronomic delight for meat-lovers. We begin with ham hock croquettes - crisp batter giving way to a warm, indulgent centre - and the wood pigeon breast which is cooked to rosy perfection. My companion opts for the wild rabbit burger which delivers a sophisticated twist on the well loved classic and is brought together with the sweetness of beetroot. My Bavette steak is expertly seared, succulent and flavourful.

We share a chocolate fondant for dessert; its oozing centre begging to be Instagrammed.

The tart lemon curd cuts through the richness of this decadent dish and keeps it from being too sickly. ◆ shanesoncanalside.com

4. MOTHER

This is a healthy food haven serving up a selection of nutritious and delicious juices, smoothies, salads and snacks. We tried the Mother Green Juice. A vibrant blend of mint, celery, cucumber and apple, finished with zingy hits of ginger and lemon. Sitting by the canal sipping this vitamin-boosting juice is the perfect respite from London city-life. ◆ mother.works

5. GOTTO

Independent and family-run, Gotto Trattoria is a little slice of the Italian Riviera in east London. Offering a daily-changing menu of hand-rolled pasta, quality British fish and meat and seasonal Italian ingredients, the restaurant is ideal for foodies wanting

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unfussy yet fresh Italian cuisine. Highlights included the string-thin courgette fries incredibly moorish and indulgent - and the tagliatelle (gluten-free options available) with mussels, courgette and tomato, which was uncomplicated yet flavour-packed. Those with a sweet tooth, meanwhile, shouldn't miss out on the tiramisu which was coffee-moist and creamy down to the last spoonful. ◆ gotto.co.uk

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Craft beer is having a moment. Mason & Company has a range of 20 different types and frequently hosts guest breweries. This extensive range pairs perfectly with their equally delicious Italian-American street food.

It comes courtesy of Capish, who are famous for their meatballs. If you’re in the mood for a non-boozy beverage, they also have excellent coffee from local roasters The Roasting Shed. ◆ masonandcompany.co.uk

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The Randy’s concept was conceived from a mutual love of chicken wings between friends, so it should come as no surprise that these are seriously some of the city’s best wings. We order five out of six on the menu, along with a side of furious fries and a crisp, chilled bottle of Chenin Blanc. The buffalo wings deliver a tangy punch, cooled with a creamy blue cheese sauce; these are my companion’s wings de choix. I’m hard pushed to choose between the Korean inspired Gangnam wings - sweet, sticky and moorish - and the beer battered Hanoi variety. The slow-cooked Bombay wings are fragrant, succulent and fall off the bone and the Gong Bao pack a spicy punch. ◆ randyswingbar.co.uk

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Alive & kicking It’s difficult and demanding but having its moment in the sun. So why study Latin?

W o r d s L u c y H o l l a n d & C h a r l o t t e H u g h e s D ’A e t h

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sn’t it a dead language?” That's what pupils ask on discovering we have a Latin club at Repton.

But Latin is back, enjoying a resurgence in recent years which is gratifying for those of us who endured the uncool years. All that time, learning vocab in dusty forgotten classrooms, and endlessly responding to friends’ incredulous queries as to what we were wasting our time for, means we're placed to answer the leading question….

Knowing Latin, one can appreciate JK Rowling’s debt to Latin in her spells and curses; and that, without Virgil’s Aeneid, there would surely have been no Dante’s Divine Comedy, one of the greatest works of world literature, and influential as a source of inspiration ever since.

It provides a route to a huge range of other subjects such as history, literature, philosophy, theology and archaeology.

Twinned with ancient Greek, the scope is further widened: a treasure trove which includes Homer and Hesiod, the Greek tragedians and a wealth of philosophical works. Latin broadens the mind and not just the tongue.

T H E L I N G U I ST I C ARGUMENT A prima facie…: (at first glance….)

A knowledge of Latin helps with learning the Romance languages WITHOUT VIRGIL’S AENEID, SURELY DANTE, ABOVE, WOULD NOT HAVE BEEN (romantic not because of their ABLE TO WRITE THE DIVINE COMEDY? perception of love but for their relation to the Romans…). The most widelyspoken of these are Spanish, Portuguese, French, Italian, and Romanian. Similarities in both vocabulary and grammatical structure mean a knowledge of Latin is helpful. The joy of being able to work out a word in Spanish and unlock a sentence because of your knowledge of Latin is akin to scoring a goal.

Understanding the logic of Latin grammar is invaluable for grasping the intricacies of English as well as Arabic grammar. Although neither of these is its directly mirrored in Latin, understanding the terminology and how it ‘works’, helps one to appreciate and describe how these languages function more readily.

With around 60% of English words derived Latin literature, indebted to that of ancient from Latin, it increases both vocabulary, Greece, extends through the masterful prose articulacy and an appreciation of language. of the Golden Age of the Republic, beyond the Empire to the Europe of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, where Latin was the T H E C U LT U R A L C L I N C H E R lingua franca of the educated.

A little less prosaic, but hardly less compelling…

The study of Latin leads naturally on to With Latin one can encounter the military reading Latin literature and encountering first history of Julius Caesar, the stylistic paragon hand, and in the original language, texts which that is Cicero, the witty and ribald poetry of have influenced European and world culture.

Ovid, the works of Descartes and Isaac Newton.

UNLOCKING A sentence IN SPANISH

because of knowing LATIN is akin to SCORING A GOAL

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THE BRAIN TRAINING Audentis Fortuna iuvat (Fortune favours the brave) Reading Latin is like code breaking.

Once one understands the grammatical structure, one can begin to translate and understand. As English novelist Dorothy L. Sayers argued in her 1947 essay, The Lost Tools of Learning, “The best grounding for education is the Latin grammar... not because Latin is traditional and mediaeval, but simply because even a rudimentary knowledge of Latin cuts down the labour and pains of almost any other subject by at least 50%.”

J U ST F O R T H E L OV E O F I T Ars gratia artis (art for art’s sake) Latin enthralls and fascinates. Our years spent exploring the Classical world at school enriched our lives. The members of our Latin Club at Repton are united by their curiosity and appreciation of this language, discovering it is alive in situations they had not thought of.

It may be dead but Latin remains very much alive and kicking! ◆ Lucy Holland & Charlotte Hughes D’Aeth Repton School Dubai

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TRAVEL / WANDERLUST

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hey say “When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life”. Well the same could be said for Indonesia - a beguiling string of volcanic islands home to resplendent beaches, Komodo dragons and jungles sheltering elephants, orangutans and tigers. It has copious amounts to offer travellers and with thousands of islands, reveals itself to you more and more each trip.

Having visited on a gap year I was thrilled to be returning to the country as a proper grownup, this time visiting Seminyak on Bali. We stayed at The Oberoi, a beachfront sanctuary boasting world-renowned service and some of the best sea views in Bali.

An enormous swimming pool filled with stone turtle fountains takes centre stage in the grounds, surrounded by tasselled parasols that overlook a stretch of beach. You can peer at the crashing waves and the distant tourist touts from the extreme comfort of a sunbed predressed with towels and equipped with sun cream, cold water and frangipani scented facial mist. Heaven. Further back from the sea and dotted throughout beautifully tended gardens are traditional thatched-roof lanais and private villas.

INTERIORS INSPIRED BY NATURE AT NIHIWATU

VILLAS ARE BUILT INTO THE NATURAL LANDSCAPE

We opted for a luxury villa with a secluded courtyard garden, rock pond and raised dining pavilion, but the cheaper Lanai rooms are just as impressive. Inside you’ll find marble floors, enormous king-sized beds with hand-carved wooden headboards, four types of pillow, thick curtains to keep out the light and excellent air conditioning.

A lovely bathroom contains more fluffy towels than you could ever need, plus two sinks and sumptuous bath scrubs, soaps and moisturisers. Throughout the rooms are well-thought-out details such as antimosquito spray, a day bag for the beach and both indoor and outdoor slippers.

Dinner is a relaxed affair at the romantically-lit Kura Kura restaurant, named after the turtles that nest on the nearby sands. Expect European and Indonesian delicacies, with innovative dishes like seared Pacific scallops, Indonesian satay, udang goreng tiger prawns and Rijsttafel, a sumptuous legacy of Bali’s Dutch colonial tradition. Breakfast is served in the delightful, open-air Frangipane café where there is a huge range of options including duck or chicken eggs, pork or beef sausages and dozens of juices.

Should you wish to leave the complex,

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NIHIWATU is one of the MOST PRISTINE resorts on THIS PLANET Seminyak’s market, health cafes and boutiques are well worth a visit, as is Ubud, roughly a two-hour drive. Based in the uplands of Bali, the area is known as a center for traditional crafts and dance and is dotted with Hindu temples and shrines, surrounded by paddy fields. Also famed for its food scene, we stop off at Casa Luna restaurant for a traditional Balinese cookery class. Headed up by chef Janet De Neefe and her friendly staff, we discover the herbs, spices and techniques of Balinese cooking as well as the ceremonial and cultural significance of food. Preparing a lavish feast as a group, we create chicken curry, wok-fried eggplant, coconut and anchovy sambal, bean-coconut salad and moreish sago pudding. Suitably stuffed, we return satiated and sleepy to The Oberoi.

The next day, we hop on a quick private flight to Sumba - an island largely untouched by tourism. Despite being twice the size of Bali, Sumba’s population

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THE OBEROI HOTEL IS A HAVEN IN SEMINYAK

barely reaches a sixth of Bali’s population.

Nihiwatu - twice voted the world’s best hotel by Travel + Leisure magazine - is our destination. Once the preserve of savvy surfers, its unspoilt beaches attracted Claude and Petra Graves in 1988 as they searched for the perfect wave. They fell in love with the place and named it Nihiwatu, meaning “mortar stone”. By 2012, stories of the unregulated freedom and beauty of the resort reached American entrepreneur Christopher Burch, who came on board to expand the resort. An exotic combination of remote location and understated hedonism, it now attracts the global jet set and fashion elite.

TASSLED PARASOLS AT THE OBEROI'S OUTDOOR POOL

The OBEROI boasts some of the BEST SEA VIEWS in Bali The resort’s social and ecocredentials are top notch. Food miles are kept to a minimum: vegetables come of the resort’s own organic market garden; meat from its chicken farm; fish from the sea. Each of the 28 exquisite villas are designed to incorporate the surrounding nature, whether it’s swaying palms, colourful bougainvillea or dazzling ocean.

We stay in one of Burch’s very own villas - perched upon a terrace with a spacious outdoor veranda, a private pool and a butler on speed dial. Interiors are open-plan, reflecting simple Indonesian architecture and using local materials like Alang Alang, teak and rattan.

Exceptional villas aside, this hidden gem is for travellers in search of activitydriven experiences and unregulated freedom. There are countless things to do, from surfing, fishing and horse-riding

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to sunrise yoga, tours of the on-site chocolate factory and escorted trips to nearby villages. We try out the Spa Safari - a 90-minute trek through rice fields to Nihi Oka - a show-stopping area high on the cliffs. Greeted with fresh coconuts, you enjoy breakfast and lunch on a platform suspended among the trees and then head to a private section for unlimited spa treatments.

Back at the resort there’s plenty more to entertain. The dreamy Boathouse bar, right on the edge of the waves, is a surfer’s paradise and offers spectacular sunsets. Ombak restaurant, overlooking the ocean, is ideal for intimate dinners as well as convivial feasts organised by the hotel like weekly BBQs and white parties.

End your evening with a private outdoor cinema experience under the stars, but don’t forget to set your alarm for at least one early morning - you wouldn’t want to miss the chance to release baby turtle hatchlings into the ocean.

They say Nihiwatu is on “the edge of wilderness” and with good reason.

Offering authentic Indonesian experiences and surroundings in five-star luxury, it has to be one of the most beautiful and pristine resorts on this planet. ◆

OBEROI BALI & NIHIWATU Eight nights in Indonesia with Abercrombie & Kent costs from £2,795 per person. This price includes Garuda Airlines international and domestic flights, a half day gastronomic journey of Indonesian cuisine, three nights at the Nihiwatu in a One Bedroom Villa on full board basis and three nights at the Oberoi Bali in a Luxury Lanai Room Garden View on breakfast basis.

Please call Abercrombie & Kent on 01242 547 895 or enquire online at abercrombiekent.co.uk

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Pop glass decanters, £198; trouva.com

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Bibliotheque We love this unique and exotic collection of metallic 3D relief Art Deco porcelain tiles from Biblioteque. The two styles consist of peacock and geometric prints with silver and bronze relief on both. bibliotheque.co.uk

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Two new books focus on graphic design and its lasting impact Wo r d s E v e H e r b e r t

G R APH I C: 5 0 0 D E S I G N S THAT MAT TE R Phaidon, £16.95 This dinky but comprehensive volume celebrates the long, rich history of graphic design through an international range of successful and timeless designs, from the beginnings of mechanical production to the present. Derived from the acclaimed Phaidon Archives of Graphic Design, the book features a definitive selection of newspapers, magazines, posters, advertisements, typefaces, corporate designs and record covers, as well as rare historical, contextual and archival materials, which have set benchmarks for excellence and innovation. It's a stylish and inspiring book, spanning familiar designs alongside some surprising and obscure inclusions, and of interest to anyone with a feel for design in any capacity.

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AL AN KITCH I N G A LI FE I N LET TE R PR E S S Laurence King, £40 This beautiful and richly illustrated book is dedicated to the work of renowned typographer, designer and letterpress practioner Alan Kitching. It traces his 50 year career, covering his years teaching letterpress at the Royal College of Art as well as his founding work with the Experimental Printing Workshop at Watford College of Technology in the 1960s and his iconic creations at The Typography Workshop. This expansive volume includes over 350 illustrations and shows how Kitching breathed new life into the arcane world of letterpress at a time when the rest of the design world was shifting into digital. It is an amazing body of work and the book is a fascinating insight into design and the art and methodology of letterpress. ◆

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A Green House

HOME & INTERIORS / NOTES

No garden? Green up your indoor space with some leafy ferns. Just make sure you know a few basics first...

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Taken from

LIVING WITH PLANTS

by Sophie Lee, published by Hardie Grant Books, £15

F

erns are quite easy to maintain when you know how. They can be considered to be quite needy plants, but if cared for properly, they will reward you with lush green fronds all year round. Asplenium nidus or bird’s nest fern (pictured opposite) is a great indoor plant and looks quite different to other ferns. Moisture is very important for them to thrive and grow well. The attractive, spear-like fronds should look shiny when the plant is in good health.

Ferns were extremely popular during the Victorian era and large collections were grown in conservatories, in terrariums or glass cases. Their popularity waned because they were easily damaged by coal res, but when central heating came along ferns came back into favour.

Most ferns are not difficult to grow, but they will not tolerate neglect; if you go on holiday for a fortnight and forget

Ferns will not

TOLERATE NEGLECT; if you go on HOLIDAY for a FORTNIGHT and FORGET about them, they will NOT BE HAPPY

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about them, they will not be happy. Their compost must never be allowed to dry out and the surrounding air needs to be kept moist. They love being in bathrooms – if you keep them elsewhere, mist with water regularly.

Many ferns are formed of a rosette of divided arching leaves called fronds, which unfold into a beautiful performance of foliage. These fronds are delicate and need room to develop, so when putting a fern next to the rest of your plant gang make sure they have space to grow. If any fronds die off, make sure you remove them so new ones can grow.

My favourite ferns are the Nephrolepis exaltata (Boston fern) and Asparagus setaceus (aspara gus fern). The Adiantum (maidenhair fern) comes in at a sly third – however, it is not as forgiving as other ferns if you forget to water it as its leaves go very crispy very quickly.

Keep ferns nice and warm, at around 16–21 °C (60–70 °F). Most people think that ferns are shade lovers, but that is not true. They love indirect light; an east or north-facing windowsill is ideal. Ferns also love to be kept moist, so make sure you give them a regular misting. Water them from the bottom and never let the soil dry out – this does not mean you should keep the soil soggy, as waterlogging will lead to rotting; just keep the soil moist. Do not water them as much in winter as they do not drink as much water in the colder months. Most ferns are fast-growing and will need repotting annually, but be careful not to bury any part of the fern’s stems or leaves as this could cause the plant to rot. ◆

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A collection of new apartments designed with flair, set amongst manicured parks and gardens. Just a few minutes walk to the most well connected train stations in London. Prices from ÂŁ1,425,000*.

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PROPERTY / FEATURE

R E N TA L M A R K E T

by N I G E L L E W I S

Should you invest in London’s buy-to-let market?

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t’s a question crossing many people’s minds as they plan for their financial future in the capital.

If you were to tell friends that you’re planning to become a landlord, you would most likely be met with a wall of scepticism and furrowed brows.

Over the past two years, they will tell you, landlords have felt the increasingly expensive effects of government action. Landlords buying a property now pay an extra 2% Stamp Duty, and many of the tax perks that landlords once enjoyed have been reigned back, and will disappear by 2020.

On top of that, many boroughs in London have, or are considering, introducing compulsory landlord licensing. This can be both costly and a tangle of regulatory tape to navigate.

For many investors, London’s buy-tolet market remains an enticing prospect despite these hurdles to entry.

The number of rented homes in London exceeded the number of owner-occupied

ones recently – 898,000 rented households compared to 883,000. Overall, the number of owner-occupied households has dropped by 17% over the past decade.

Demand for rental properties is increasing, unfortunately for tenants faster than inflation - at 3.2% - according to the most recent LSL Buy-to-Let Index. It also reveals that London still has the most expensive rental properties in the UK at an average of £1,286 per property. “[Recent] predictions that a flood of landlords would abandon their buy-to-let portfolios have been greatly exaggerated, in fact we have seen very few clients exit the rental market this year – most are actively looking to invest further,” says Marc von

Grunherr, Lettings Director at Benham & Reeves Residential Lettings.

“Property continues to remain a very stable investment in light of stock market volatility and historically low interest rates," von Grunherr adds. “The fundamentals continue to remain strong and that is why our outlook on London property continues to be bullish. Professional investors have been able to navigate these legislation changes and capitalise on these localised rental hotspots.”

Rents are also rising as demand outstrips supply. The good news for tenants is that it is not a blanket rule; demand and supply varies from postcode to postcode, so not everywhere is a hot house of increasing rents.

With 16 branches across the capital, one of London's largest letting agents Benham & Reeves Residential Lettings has research that reveals the best postcodes to live in if you’re a tenant and, potentially, the best to consider if you’re a landlord looking for the areas with the strongest demand – and therefore fastest-rising rents (below).

As you’ll notice from these postcodes, the most popular areas for tenants at the moment are the areas of London to the south and south west of the river which, until relatively recently, were less popular areas to rent a home.

Sky-high rents in central London and more fashionable parts of North London have pushed many trend-seeking young workers into the arms of southern postcodes and, in particular, Brixton, which is currently one of the most sought-after areas to rent in London among younger renters.

Best for landlords, where rents are rising fastest (+4% or more), are in south west.

“London still has the most expensive rental properties in the UK at an average of £1,286 per property”

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GREAT TOWER ST, EC3R

£899,999 Set within a classic period conversion and immaculately presented throught, this two bed apartment is located just on the edge of the City, a stones throw from Tower Hill Station.

LEASEHOLD

HENRIQUES STREET, E1

£1,295,000 This modern, three bedroom, split-level penthouse apartment has two large South & East facing terraces. There is off-street parking available in this quiet street moments from Brick Lane, Shoreditch and the City.

LEASEHOLD

CHILTON STREET, E2

£1,475,000 Moments from trendy Brick Lane, this impressive, 1785 Sq Ft two bedroom, open plan apartment is a rare find in a great location.

SHARE OF FREEHOLD

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UNDERWOOD STREET, N1

£1,850,000 A simply stunning and immaculately presented penthouse apartment in one of the most iconic warehouse conversions in East London

Share of Freehold • 1680 Sq Ft • EPC= E • Private roof terrace • Open plan iving area

• Off street, underground parking • Two beds, two baths

Stirling Ackroyd Shoreditch 020 77493838 40 Great Eastern Street, Shoreditch, EC2A 3EP

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SALES

Parkhurst Road, Holloway, N7 | £458,000-£610,000 "North Seven" is a stunning new development of luxury 1 and 2 bedroom apartments created from within an existing period building. Located above Barclays Bank and accessed from its own entrance on Parkhurst Road, the development has a grand entrance hall and common hallways augmented by an impressive staircase.

Stamp Duty Paid - subject to Ts & Cs | Oak Wood Flooring | Double Glazed Windows | Bosch Kitchen Appliances | EPC Rating Band C

Sussex Way, Holloway, N7 | £1,250,000 Newly renovated and extended 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom (one en suite)Victorian period property. Located almost opposite Windsor Road in the southern section of Sussex Way, the property is within walking distance of shops, buses and Holloway Road Underground station.

Downstairs WC | Underfloor Heating | Contemporary Kitchen/Diner | Walled Rear Garden | Freehold | Chain Free | EPC Rating Band: C

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Axminster Road, Holloway, N7 | ÂŁ415.00 per week Situated on the third floor in the heart of Islington is this amazing two double bedroom apartment with wooden floors throughout. Benefits include: wonderful reception room with balcony, sleek modern kitchen, tiled bathroom with bath and shower attachment, wooden flooring throughout and double glazing.

Two Double Bedroom | Modern Fitted Kitchen | Wooden Flooring | Good Transport Links | EPC Rating:TBC

Queensland Road, Islington, N7 | ÂŁ403.00 per week Newly built apartment on the tenth floor of the landmark Queensland Terrace development in the heart of Islington. Benefits of the apartment includes; open plan kitchen-reception room, tiled bathroom with bath and overhead shower attachment, double bedroom, wooden flooring, dishwasher and wine cooler.

One Bedroom | Modern Fitted Kitchen | Close to Local Amenities | Outdoor Tennis & Netball Courts | EPC Rating: Band B

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BlakeStanley BROADWAY MARKET

Beck Road, E8

020 7254 7554

£1,300,000 Darwen Place, E2

Excellently presented 1500sqft three bedroom, three bathroom terraced house located on a unique street in London Fields. Recently refurbished to excellent standard the house is moments away from numerous amenities whilst an array of transport links put the City in easy reach.

A spacious top floor one bedroom flat with balcony set within a popular canal-side development. The property is well-presented and compromises a generously proportioned reception, a semi open-plan kitchen, a double bedroom with built-in wardrobes and a modern bathroom.

Freehold

Greenwood Road, E8

Leasehold

£475 per week King Edward's Road, E9

A fantastic opportunity to rent this stunning, recently renovated two bedroom split level maisonette within this gorgeous Victorian house. The property is situated on a tree lined street close to London Fields and Broadway Market.

Unfurnished

£475,000

£445 per week

A fantastic opportunity to rent this large one bedroom apartment with an extra mezzanine area, in this popular factory conversion located close to Victoria Park.

Furnished

*Additional fees payable at the start of the tenancy - £120 inc vat admin fee per property and £60 inc vat reference fee per person. A check out fee is payable at the end of the tenancy, price varies on property size.

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CHATSWORTH ROAD

Powerscroft Road, E5

020 8986 2743

£1,500,000 Blurton Road, E5

Located on this popular tree lined street in Lower Clapton, BlakeStanley have the pleasure in offering to the market this six bedroom double fronted grand Victorian house arranged over three floors

BlakeStanley have the pleasure in offering to the market this sublime end of terraced three bedroom Victorian house presenting stylish decor and Victorian charm throughout.

Freehold

Glyn Road, E5

Freehold

£625 per week Chatsworth Road, E5

Set just moments from Chatsworth Road and Homerton Station BlakeStanley is pleased to introduce this lovely three bedroom Victorian house located on Glyn Road.

Part Furnished

£1,100,000

£550 per week

Set within the top two floors of this period conversion is a three double bedroom split levelled flat located on the ever popular Chatsworth Road, a short walk to the open green spaces of Millfields and within walking distance along the canal to Victoria Park & London Fields.

Part Furnished

*Additional fees payable at the start of the tenancy - £120 inc vat admin fee per property and £60 inc vat reference fee per person. A check out fee is payable at the end of the tenancy, price varies on property size.

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PROPERTY / COUNTRYSIDE

AUBREY WALK £15.5M

FA M O U S P L AC E S

by N I G E L L E W I S

London hides a plethora of celebrity homes. These are the most recent to come on the market

SOUTH KENSINGTON RANGING FROM

£8.56M £9.25M

HOME RUN FOR HISTORIC SITE

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here’s an outstanding bill for broken windows at the Hereford Arms pub in South Kensington after American servicemen smashed them during a baseball game. During the war, the soldiers were regulars in the area and played their national game in the nearby square, which they turned into a temporary baseball field. Bomber pilot and Major League Baseball star Elmer Gedeon was one of the servicemen

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who stayed in homes converted into temporary barracks during the Second World War in Hereford Square. Some of these fell victim to an air raid and were razed, and a post-war apartment block was built on the site until developer Unbranded London decided to restore the terrace to its former glory. Now, it’s unveiled three restored townhouses which are a far cry from their former incarnation. The properties range in price from £8.56m - £9.25m with more information available from Savills (0207 581 5234).

REDUCED: DUSTY’S OLD HOUSE

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t £15.5 million, Dusty Springfield’s former home is now £1 million cheaper than when it first came on the market in 2016.

The Art Deco house has seven bedrooms, five reception rooms, a garden, and a roof terrace with far-reaching views overlooking Holland Park. There’s also a swimming pool, gym, sauna and hot tub.

The American couple selling the house aren’t too bothered about the reduction, one would imagine, as they bought it 10 years ago for just under £3 million.

Dusty Springfield lived at the property at the height of her fame during the late 1960s and early 1970s, a period which saw her release five albums and enjoy several hits, most famously "What I Done To Deserve This" and "Son of a Preacher Man." The property is now for sale with agent John Taylor (02032 841 888).

“During the war, the soldiers were regulars and played their national game in the nearby square, which they turned into a temporary baseball field”

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HIGHBURY £730K

“Self-styled ‘Mr Nasty’ Craig Revel Horwood could even step up to take his former colleague’s place, although fellow judge Darcey Bussell has said it’s unlikely”

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STRICTLY CRAIG SELLS UP

FLAT IN A FAMOUS STUDIO

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He recently told The Sun that Cameron Mackintosh lent him £40,000 in 1997 to buy the house in Camden for £149,000.

He has accepted an offer on the Grade II-listed two-bedroom which had been on the market for £1.2m. It has a large kitchen, roof terrace and garden, where he’s named a fountain after friend and former Strictly contestant Kelly Brook.

More information from Hotblack Desiato (0207 482 2894).

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ome of the world’s most famous rock and roll albums were recorded at Wessex Recording Studio, including The Clash's "London Calling", "Never Mind the Bollocks" by the Sex Pistols and Queen's "Bohemian Rhapsody." Other musicians to have used the studio include REM, Coldplay and David Bowie.

The building started out in 1881 as a church hall but was converted during the early 1960s into a recording studio and then bought in 1965 by Beatles producer George Martin who, in 2003, sold it to developer Neptune, which converted it into apartments.

A two-bedroom flat within the gated complex is currently for sale at £730,000. More information from agent Hotblack Desiato (0207 288 9696).

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his Victorian end-ofterraced threebedroom house has a ground floor boasting a double reception with many of its original features retained. There is also a southfacing kitchen with dining area, which flourishes in natural light, along with bi-folding doors leading to a partly-decked garden. Other features include a cellar and loft for storage, double glazed sash windows and wood flooring throughout. u

ocated moments from the vibrant Brick Lane, this two-bedroom house arranged over three floors boasts stunning accommodation. Its features include a large kitchen with ample space to dine, a stylish reception room with full height windows, two lovely bedrooms fitted with en-suite bathrooms, a master bedroom with en suite and dressing room, and a delightful roof terrace. u

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he Townhouse is a five-bedroom home that features a private garden, two en-suite bathrooms, two modern family bathrooms, an open-plan living kitchen and dining area, two lounges, two private terraces to the upper level and off-street parking. On the ground floor, the open-plan kitchen and dining area also serves as a family room and benefits from French doors. u

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WOODBERRY CRESCENT ffered for sale for the first time in a generation, this impressive Edwardian linked semi-detached house has been beautifully preserved by the current owners and offers a wonderful opportunity to restore and create your perfect home.

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THESE TOWNHOUSES OVERLOOKING THE REGENT'S CANAL ARE SURROUNDED BY CONTEMPORARY ARCHICTECTURE

KNIGHT FRANK King’s Cross, 020 8033 9667; knightfrank.com

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THE HOME OF REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT Cityscape Korea is East Asia’s premier event for real estate investment and development. Featuring a large scale exhibition, the pioneering East Asia Real Estate Summit and interactive networking events, Cityscape Korea brings together key decision makers from local and regional public and private sectors while supporting development, bringing transparency and encouraging collaboration.

Cityscape Korea is set to be the central meeting place for real estate developers, private and institutional investors, government leaders and urban planners, architects, consultants and other real estate professionals to network and do business.

As a visitor you will have the opportunity to network and do business with regional and international real estate investors and financiers, developers across all asset classes, architects and urban planners, consultants, representatives from investment and economic agencies and cities.

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PRIME CENTRAL E1 LIVING Introducing a stylish new collection of one, two and three bedroom apartments set around the beautifully landscaped grounds of Mallon Gardens. Intelligently designed and well-appointed, each apartment has a private balcony, winter garden or terrace and all benefit from daily concierge services. With easy access to the best of the City and London’s vibrant East End, London Square Spitalfields also enjoys outstanding transport links from both Aldgate East and Liverpool Street.

Prices from £680,000 To make an appointment call 0333 666 0110 The Sales Suite, Commercial Street, London, E1 7SA, open Tuesday - Saturday.

0333 666 0110

www.londonsquare.co.uk

External computer generated images depict London Square Spitalfields, internal computer generated images depict Apartment 10 at London Square Spitalfields and are indicative only.

Details are correct at time of going to press, March 2017.

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LO N D O N P R O P E R T Y FAC T S YO U N E E D TO K N OW

by N I G E L L E W I S

Be guided through London's ever colourful and evolving market.

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f there’s one thing about the London property market that is a constant, it’s the superlatives that most use to describe it.

Extraordinary, outrageous, most expensive, smallest, fastest-rising, largest, most famous, highest-priced. I could go on. The capital has achieved them all – and that’s just over the past year.

Here’s our guide to some surprising, and of course, amazing facts about the city’s property market.

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We’re moving

Londoners move 4.6 miles on average, well under the national average of 6.6 miles and the shortest distance moved in the UK. Removals website buzzmove.com crunched the numbers from among 51,000 house moves it’s organised since 2013.

Home movers in the East of England move the furthest at 12 miles, followed by Wales and the South of England. “This data shows that the myth that people don’t travel far when they move is just that – a myth,” said Damien Seaman, Head of Brand at buzzmove.com. “People move for a wide variety of reasons, but this data shows that people are clearly willing to relocate quite far away according to their circumstances.”

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If you think London is too crowded then remember that the city only recently surpassed its 1939, pre-war total of 8.62 million.

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All prime property in London is currently dropping in value, research by Savills has revealed this month. Its report on the market shows that prime central homes have reduced by 6.9% compared to a year ago, while prime NW London is down 3.2% and prime SW 4.4%. The area with the smallest reductions year on year is prime West London.

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A quarter of all Londoners own their home with a mortage

Older residents will remember when, during the decades after the war, much of central and inner central London was a ghost town in the evenings and weekends and only started to fill out again during the 1980s.

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The top pick of Justin Marking, head of residential at Savills, for 2017 is the suburban restoration project, which he says is where you can “add value and take advantage of the differentiation between London and the country, which still exists”.

R e n ts i n r eve rs e

The prime rental market in London has been sliding for a while now, particularly in the £1,000 to £1,500 a week market where rents have fallen by 7.6% year on year, according to Knight Frank.

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The priciest property on the market at the moment is a fivebedroom apartment for sale within One Hyde Park, the Candy & Candy confection just over from Harrods. It has three reception rooms and a huge set of picturewindows offering views over Hyde Park. Got the cash? Call Knight Frank on 020 7591 8600.

R o om s to m ov e

The number of people living in a home within London has increased from two in 1931 to 3.5 at the last Census in 2011. It is projected to increase to 3.7 by 2021 and 4.2 by 2031. There are currently 3.3 million homes in London, up from 2.5 million in 1981.

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A five/six bedroom semi-detached home with off street parking and is located on the Muswell Hill and Highgate border.

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”A real family home; solid, spacious with room to entertain and room for yourself when you need it”

There are a choice of popular schools nearby including Tetherdown, St. James and Fortismere.

”The garden is a joy; sunny, well planted and big enough for football”

Highgate and East Finchley underground stations are easily accessed from the property.

”The location is so convenient; Highgate Woods just behind, Cherry Tree Woods two minutes’ walk, buses at each end of the road and only 10 mins walk to the tube”

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A double-fronted detached family house overlooking Lyttleton Playing Fields. The property offers bright accommodation over two floors.

THE OWNERS LOVE…

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“The location is amazing, it backs onto a park where there is a children’s play area with easy access to the shops”

This double-fronted detached house is set back from the road behind a carriage driveway and also boasts a double garage for covered car parking.

“The house is very bright and airy” “It is not overlooked and has wonderful views of trees”

There is further potential increase in the internal living STPP. • 5 Bedrooms • 2 Bathrooms • 2 Reception rooms • Kitchen diner • Double garage • Off street parking • EPC Rating – F

Contact Chris Fairclough at our East Finchley office on 020 8883 0077

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Sell or Let with Knight Frank.

Our understanding of the ever-changing market enables us to price properties accurately.

So whether you’re looking to buy or sell, let or rent; you can rely on Knight Frank to get you moving.

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