6 April 2014 www.womanthismonth.com letters Speak out Like Dr Clare says, babbling sure is beautiful. I would know because my son did not speak until he was five. It was really touching to read about the benefits that learning to speak at such a young age. Knowing that my son was deprived of these gifts that are often taken for granted was unsettling. I request all parents to take a moment to cherish the little blessings. You might not understand what they’re saying. Talk to them anyway. Khulood Fashion galore I always wait for your fashion editions and I was definitely not disappointed by the spring summer special. My favourites were origami and pleats. I’m not a fan of prints. These styles help me adopt new trends without leaving my comfort zone. I don’t wear skirts or dresses. I wish you could one day do an article on how to get creative with denims and trousers. I have tried several things, but end up looking like I’m wearing the same clothes every day. I’m only five feet tall and pear-shaped. It would be great if you WRITE IN AND WIN Next month’s star letter will win a voucher for two from Joz Salon & Spa. To win this, send us your views on our April 2014 edition either by email to [email protected], by fax to 17 813-700 or by post to PO 20461. The winner will be selected at random. If yours is the star letter this month, please write to the same email address with your full name, CPR number, address and telephone number to claim your prize. Bahrain Edition BEAUTY | FASHION | HOME | WELLBEING | PARENTING | LOCAL ISSUES March 2014 | Issue 133 | BD1 / SR10 www.womanthismonth.com woman this month MARCH 2014 ı THE SS14 FASHION ISSUE ı www.womanthismonth.com HOME SUBSCRIBERS COPY ISSUE 133 SPRING SUMMER 2014 INTERVIEWS: DANIELLE HUGHES | VANESSA UMBA | MONA SHAKIB HEALTH: HYDROTHERAPY | SUPERWOMEN ALL THERE IS TO KNOW ABOUT THE LATEST TRENDS Write Here Write Now could tell me what will best suit my body shape. Thank you and congratulations on such a beautiful issue. May Here comes the sun I have been known for wearing loud colours. Yet I haven’t worn the loudest of them all — yellow! I am convinced that yellow does not complement my skin tone. I have a brown complexion. I had tried several shades and never found one that works for me. Your “Hello Yellow” page makes me want to try again. I hope this time I get lucky and find the right shade. Wannabe Big Bird. Sky high Reading about wing walking as a profession really opened my eyes about the many unusual jobs in the world that we do not as much as consider when we choose our careers. Interestingly, I had tried wing walking once. It was a terrifying experience as I have a fear of heights, but the whole point was to fight the phobia. I can’t say I’m cured, but I had never thought of the man who had assisted me that day. That was his profession. I hope that I can bring up my daughter with the freedom to choose any career path that interests her. Janine 16 March 2014 www.womanthismonth.com www.womanthismonth.com 17 March 2014 FASHION 8 Flora and FAuNA Be Bold This trend is best teamed with solid colours. A smart way to rock the style is to pick one of the shades from the print to complete the look. Whether it is an accessory or piece of clothing, this is your opportunity to escape from the black and white world and explore other hues. A predictable trend, flowers are an inspiration for this year’s Spring/ Summer collections. The natural element is almost mandatory this time of the year. Few changes here and there make all the difference. Many brands have decided to add a jungle scene into the mix with foliage, leopards and zebras reigning over the current prints. The floral concept has expanded with the introduction of animal skin patterns. Some illustrations are done so well; you feel that they belong together. Blumarine and l’Wren Scott went towards the girly side with soft hues and the flower and butterfly duo. The tropical vibe took over the catwalk at Just Cavalli. Girls, get savage! 1. Monsoon; 2. Primark; 3. Accessorize; 4. Bon Prix; 5. Slink Boutique; 6. Salvatore Ferragamo; 7. Debenhams; 8. Yumi Fashion Editor's Pick! Blumarine Temperley London New Look Hermes Just Cavalli L'Wren Scott Stella Jean 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 30 March 2014 www.womanthismonth.com FASHION | SS14 Hello YellOw! Get inspired by the big bright sun when you dress up for warmer days. Just as navy blue represents the winter mood, yellow reflects the cheery summer vibe. This vibrant shade easily contrasts with other rainbow colours, spicing up any combination you have in mind. A total look in yellow would only work if you play with different shades. A single yellow piece to brighten up your look is a stylish trick that is worth a try. Ladies with fair skin and blonde hair should avoid the hue from head to toe. That being said, it’s nothing that a good tan couldn’t solve.Most brands picked an intense tone for their collections. Ralph Lauren and Paul Smith used yellow as the main feature in simple and classic attire. Lanvin and Roksanda Ilincic opted for volume and different cuts. Lanvin Versace Giambattista Valli Paul Smith Ralph Lauren Roksanda Ilincic www.womanthismonth.com 57 March 2014 Wing walker in action The Breitling contingent When I came across an advertisement, looking for wing walkers, I promptly phoned them up, appeared in an interview and finally auditioned on the wing. I was 18 when I got the job. WTM: How did your folks react to these developments? DH: They were really happy and excited for me since they knew how badly I wanted to do this. It was early 2007 and they came to watch me practise at the airfield. Of course, they do worry like all parents worry, but they know that this is my dream come true. WTM: What’s the most difficult part about your job? DH: Well, things can get rough when you’re flying at an altitude of over 1,000 feet. The wind pressure sometimes forces snot or drool to trickle down your face or your hair comes undone during a performance. When it rains, you perform with the raindrops stinging your face. In England, there can be long days when it rains all day and you’ll have to wring the water out of your socks when you’ve finished! WTM: Do you have to undergo special training before you start performing? DH: Fresh recruits are taught all the manoeuvres on the ground. Then we take them through the simple manoeuvres in air, flying at a low speed in the beginning. WTM: What are the physical and mental attributes essential in this job? DH: You need to be physically strong and flexible. You also need to be petite in order to be able to spin around the harness with ease. Most of the girls have a background in gymnastics, martial arts or dance, which means they have strong bodies capable of withstanding wind speeds of up to 240km/h and a G force of up to four when they’re performing in air. On the mental front, you have to be sensible, organised and methodical, with a presence of mind. WTM: Which was your most memorable flying performance? DH: Climbing out of the cockpit onto the wing during flight is a tricky manoeuvre. It requires a lot of physical strength. You are working against a 100miles/hour wind speed as the plane moves through the air. The first time I did this, the experience was like climbing a tree in the middle of a hurricane. I was so proud and thrilled that I phoned up my dad after the performance to tell him. WTM: Who are your idols? DH: I’ve always admired women in aviation, especially the fighter pilots. Jules Thurston of the Royal Air Force was one of the best Hawk display pilots ever. She proved that you could be lovely and feminine even when you were flying a fighter aircraft. Then, there was Helen Tempest who performed as a wing walker for almost two decades. I remember watching her perform at air shows when I was a child. WTM: There must be plenty of men out there who envy your job. DH: I have to admit it’s quite cool to be seen performing stunts mid-air as we do. It’s like being on a rollercoaster and the adrenaline rush is incomparable. Also, it’s nice to be able to represent women in aviation. Meeting people after the show is very heartening. WTM: Exactly how dangerous is your job? DH: See, there’s an element of danger in all flights. The logic is simple: what goes up must come down. Having said that, at Breitling, we have a 100 percent track record for safety. Our founder Vic Norman is a veteran pilot with decades of flying experience behind him. Then, we have fulltime engineers who are proficient at their jobs. So I’d say we’re in very good hands. WTM: What’s your ultimate ambition in life? DH: I want to improve my wing walking technique. I’d like to go between the wings. It’s something I haven’t done so far and takes years to perfect. I got my pilot’s licence in 2008. So hopefully, I will remain associated with flying for a long time to come. I also want to be more proficient in playing the guitar.g STAR LETTER
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