BEAUTY | FASHION | HOME | WELLBEING | PARENTING | LOCAL ISSUES Bahrain Edition TRAVEL PARENTING Great Destinations to Hit The Slopes Winter Break Camps New Columnist Oiuam Charkani El Hassani of Chanelmama Apres Ski Chic Lynne Al-Wazzan FASHION CHARITY CHAMPION Expert Advice Exercise Trends Workout Wear Clean Eating YOUR FITTEST YEAR YET January 2017 | Issue 167 | BD1 / SR10 www.womanthismonth.com
showcase January 2017 2 www.womanthismonth.com It has been more than 10 years since George Clooney first partnered with Nespresso and their latest collaboration, Change Nothing, is the most eventful and humorous campaign to date. The light-hearted campaign, which debuted at www.nespresso.com/whatelse, sees George embark on a rough night as he looks to protect his precious coffee. Starting in the stylish Nespresso boutique on London’s Regent Street, George’s adventure begins as he strikes up conversation with an attractive female over a cup of Nespresso coffee. Sadly for him, she is the wife of the ‘boss’. And so ensues an eventful evening, courtesy of the ‘boss’, played by Pirates of the Caribbean and Deadwood star, Ian McShane, which sees Clooney take a trip through the backstreets of London. The following morning we see a In this latest campaign, the silver fox actor shows just how far he will go for the perfect cup of coffee. CLOONEY ‘WOULDN’T CHANGE A THING’
January 2017 3 www.womanthismonth.com dishevelled George in his home savouring his Nespresso coffee, as he lets the audience know that he ‘wouldn’t change a thing’ about his Nespresso experience. The fully integrated campaign kicked off with a teaser phase where consumers were invited to guess what fate awaited George Clooney. The wider global activation launched with TV and online advertising, plus a content-rich landing page including behind the scenes footage on the Nespresso website and consumer engagement through interactive image filters and gamification on the brand’s social channels. Alfonso Gonzalez, Chief Customer Officer for Nespresso, explains: “Our relationship with George strengthens year on year, and in our 12th collaboration, we have created a storyline that shows Clooney at his best. “He is a true partner for the brand, and here we see just how far he is willing to go for that incomparable Nespresso coffee experience”. Asked about his continuing partnership with Nespresso, Clooney responded on set: “We always look to take the story to the next level and in this latest instalment I think we can say that it is certainly my most eventful outing to date. Bringing a more character-driven approach mixed with humour has really taken the campaign to a new level”. Visit www.nespresso.com/whatelse to discover more. Call soj Bahrain W.L.L. toll-free 80 001-999. About Nestlé Nespresso SA Nestlé Nespresso SA is the pioneer and reference for highest-quality portioned coffee. Headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland, Nespresso operates in 64 countries and has more than 12,000 employees. In 2015, it operated a global retail network of over 450 exclusive boutiques. For more information, visit the Nespresso corporate website: www.nestle-nespresso.com.
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www.womanthismonth.com January 2017 6 Happy New Year one and all. I hope you’ve enjoyed the festivities so far and are looking forward to a very bright 2017. If, like me, your everlasting New Year’s resolution is to get fit and perhaps lose a few kilos, then you’ve come to the right place. Our big feature this month is all about fitness with words of wisdom from boot camp guru Paul Hamblin as well as tips on clean eating and our hot list of classes we hope to see in Bahrain in the coming months – to say I’m excited about the prospect of rowing taking over from spinning, would certainly be an understatement. Our interviewees this month are all inspiring women who share with us their passions. Lynne Al-Wazzan has done so much for charity that there is an award named after her; Nina Mommsen is fast gaining a name as one of the island’s most popular photographers; and Irina Averinos has turned her art into a way of life. Together they bring us a positive New Year message that nothing is impossible; if you want it, just go for it. With the kids currently off school on their winter break, our Parenting section includes a round-up of activity camps to keep them busy and we also have a new columnist this month, Ouiam Charkani El Hassani. She’s perhaps better known as the face and words of popular blog Chanelmama and she’ll be giving us monthly insights into life with her little boy and the things mums love, and sometimes don’t love, about Bahrain. With winter most definitely upon us, our travel section is all about skiing and, of course, apres ski. I must admit, reading through those pages did give me serious piste envy, not least because it’s an excuse to dress up in some seriously gorgeous cool weather gear, as featured in our fashion pages. If you’re travelling this winter, we’d love to hear about your adventures. As always we have our regular round-up of beauty news, things to do and food to try and, in the spirit of ‘New Year, New You’, I’ve even shared my own favourite smoothie recipes. Hope you enjoy trying them. chairman & publisher GEORGE F MIDDLETON editorial director LIZ O'REILLY contributors APPLE SHARMA BEHNAZ SANJANA PUJA TIWARI DR JINAN DARWISH RAPHAEL OUIAM CHARKANI EL HASSANI head of digital operations NEIL F VAZ print production manager SABU SEBASTIAN layout & graphics ROMEO SAN MIGUEL GOPAL NAMBIAR media coordinator SARAH ANSARI media managers FARHEEN AHMED PEARLYN D MEHTA circulation KADAMBARI S research assistant, sales and database coordinator ADITI PRASAD photography editor MONA ABDUL JABBAR photographers RANJITH MOHAN SUBEESH KUMAR NS printing press UNION PRESS, BAHRAIN Contents copyrighted 2016© Reproduction in whole or in part by any means without the express written consent of the publisher is prohibited. ISBN No: 1 899348 11 5. Licensed by the Ministry of Information, Directorate of Publication and Press. Code: SWTM 410 Woman This Month is here for the modern woman of substance and aspiration, embodying a personal style while exploring the best of all worlds: fashion, beauty and lifestyle. Bahrain office address Red House Marketing P. O. Box: 20461, Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain telephone: (17) 813-777 fax: (17) 813-700 email: [email protected] website: www.womanthismonth.com Published monthly by Red House Marketing (Jersey) Ltd. P. O. Box 641, No. 1 Seaton Place, St. Helier, Jersey JE4 8JJ Channel Islands, U.K. in association with Al-Hilal Publishing P. O. Box 1100, Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain January 2017, Issue 167 On the cover: The Fitness Issue BEAUTY | FASHION | HOME | WELLBEING | PARENTING | LOCAL ISSUES Bahrain Edition TRAVEL PARENTING Great Destinations to Hit The Slopes Winter Break Camps New Columnist Oiuam Charkani El Hassani of Chanelmama Apres Ski Chic Lynne Al-Wazzan FASHION CHARITY CHAMPION Expert Advice Exercise Trends Workout Wear Clean Eating YOUR FITTEST YEAR YET January 2017 | Issue 167 | BD1 / SR10 www.womanthismonth.com EDITOR’S NOTE Woman This Month is a member of BPA Worldwide The only women's magazine distributed with the GDN Our month: George and Farheen at the launch of Sundown Session at The Westin. Farheen also enjoyed taking part in the Downtown Rotana cooking competition. Liz O’Reilly Editorial Director
www.womanthismonth.com 7 January 2017 SOCIAL BUTTERFLY National Day Celebration The International Ladies Association held a lunch party to celebrate Bahrain National Day. Mooza, Majeda, Fatima & Amna Shaikha Mariam, Shaikha Sharifa & Fatima Mariam & Lulwa Aziza, Batool, Dunia, Fatima, Eshrafa & Salwa Manal, Dunia, Ebtihaj, Fatima & Khadeeja Amna, Safia, Shaikha Sharifa & Mariam Majeda, Aysha, Fatima & Zenat Fatima & Khadeeja Fawzia, Fatima & Dalal Batool, Safia, Naima & Fawzia Aziza, Zenat, Nadia & Aziza
news January 2017 www.womanthismonth.com 8 OVER TO YOU #Three Nigerian-American women are making history, creating Africa’s first-ever bobsled team aiming to go to the 2018 Winter Olympics in PyeongChang, South Korea. Driver Seun Adigun and brakewomen Ngozi Onwumere and Akuoma Omeoga all come from elite track and field backgrounds. globalnews.ca/ #Music does not disrupt women’s concentration, a study done by The Imperial College and the Royal College of Music suggests. The 350 people in the study were monitored as they carried out tasks while listening to pieces of music by Mozart and AC/DC and the background sound of an operating theatre. Women's ability to concentrate on the task did not seem to be affected by any of these sounds. bbc.com/ Follow us on: Instagram: @WomanThisMonth Twitter: @WomanThisMonth Facebook: Woman This Month We want to hear your thoughts on Woman This Month. Write to us at [email protected] What’s caught our eye in the news this month. # Trending Your Shout! On twitter, the Feria Espanola opening night at Sofitel had the highest engagement. The following #WTM post was favourited and retweeted on Twitter the most. On Facebook, the contest poster had the highest engagement with 107 likes and 101 shares. The Most Liked Post on Facebook Woman This Month’s post regarding Ayesha Yateem Foundation’s ‘Violence Against Women’ event got the highest response and likes. The Most Liked Post on Instagram The annual winter wear shopping trudge to the mall is one of the most dreaded times of the year for me. I am of a petite build and finding my size is, ironically, a Himalayan task. Whilst the malls are peppered with stores exclusively selling plus-sized garments, there are only a handful of clothing stores which have a small section for petites. The price tag on these range from anywhere between exorbitant and eye-wateringly expensive. While there are plenty of online stores, shipping costs and the delay in receiving the clothes make it a hassle. Why isn’t there a special store which caters just to us little ones on the island? It would make shopping so much more appealing and would also save me the embarrassment of being spotted in the kids section while hunting for the perfect fit. Rowena, Buasiteen. By writing to the WTM, I hope I can bring attention to the strays outdoors who barely get a few morsels of food from the bin. With the chilly winter settled in, I’m sure pet owners around the Kingdom are doing their part to keep cats and dogs warm and well fed. If you have any leftovers, please put them out where you know a stray frequents and set out a bowl of water for them if possible. After all, they need some TLC too. Annabelle, Saar. Got something you want to get off your chest? Congratulations, commiserations and remonstrations all welcome. We’ll carry the best one each week.
www.womanthismonth.com 9 January 2017 SOCIAL BUTTERFLY Chocolate and Coffee Expo Shaikh Khalid bin Humood Al Khalifa, CEO of the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibition Authority, inaugurated the first Chocolate and Coffee Exhibition at the Bahrain International Exhibition and Convention Centre. Raza & Nouf The ribbon-cutting ceremony Hani, Shaikha & Fajar Mariam & Alaa Dr Hala & Yasmeen Abeer & Khalid
www.womanthismonth.com January 2017 10 JANUARY IN FOCUS news What’s on our radar this month? Girls Night Out Fancy a night on the town with your pals, free of charge. Then head to The Domain Hotel and Spa where every night is ladies night from Saturday to Thursday from 4pm to 1am at Txoko Basque Lounge on Level 36. Get a party of ladies together, whether you’re celebrating or just fancy winding down after a long day, and chill out in the fab atmosphere of this cool bar with its great views. If, like us, you’ve always fancied trying golf but have been put off by the small size of the ball and the hole, the Royal Golf Club has the answer. FootGolf, yep play a round in a game that’s a merger of two of the most popular sports in the world – football and golf. The goal is to kick a standard football into a cup in as few shots as possible. FootGolf gives players two hours of great fun on the club’s championship course and prices start from just BD5 per person. FootGolf tee times are available every Sunday evening between 6.30pm and 8pm. Desi Delights If you’re feeling a bit turkeyed out after Christmas, check out the new Monday curry night at ART Rotana in Amwaj. The ‘Desi Dish Night’ at Choices Restaurant offers diners the chance to travel through southern Asia with a huge selection of curries, grills and traditional beverages showcasing the very best of cuisines from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and more. It runs from 7pm to 10.30pm and costs BD15 with soft drinks or BD25 with house beverages. Going Tribal Discover your inner rhythm and turn your family into a tribe. Feel the heartbeat of your soul as rhythm and fun come together as one in a drumming session with Lydia at La Fontaine. Drumming is universal, whatever your age, occupation or cultural background everyone communicates through the language of rhythm. After a hard day at the office there's no better stress buster than beating a drum. So, why not go along and experience the fun on January 18 from 7pm to 8pm. Call 17 230-123 for more information. Shopping Bonanza From January 25 to February 2, the halls of the Bahrain International Exhibition and Convention Centre will be filled with enticing products from around the world as the Autumn Fair returns for its 28th year. Held under the patronage of the Bahrain Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Tourism, this nine-day shoppers’ paradise features over 750 stalls from 21 countries and thousands of potential bargains. A huge variety of goods will go on sale including speciality foods, fashion, home furnishings, technology, toys, textiles and much more with national pavilions from countries such as China, Egypt, India, Kuwait, Lebanon, Pakistan, Turkey, Thailand, Syria, the UAE and Yemen. Entry 800 fils. Visit www.theautumnfair.com or call 17 550-033 for information on opening times. Golf With A Difference Trashion Show Running under the banner It’s Our World and promoting the concept of reduce, reuse and recycle, this event, taking place at the Golden Tulip on January 6 looks like a great fun day out for all the family. Featuring youngsters from the Indian Ladies Association’ Sneha Foundation as well as the Special Family Support Group and with participation from local schools, the event is being staged by Sphere Advertising in association with social media group MOMwise.Bh, and it’s expected to attract visitors from both Bahrain and Saudi Arabia. The Theatrical Trashion Show will feature dresses made by various crafters using recycled materials to create awareness of the amount of waste we create. There’ll also be stalls and food on offer and tickets are priced just BD1.
www.womanthismonth.com 11 January 2017 SOCIAL BUTTERFLY Dr Najwa, Nada, Dr Samia, Dr Mariam & Haidar Khan Sandra, Laresa & Simone Waad & Fatima Fathiya & Eman Kapila, Arawiv, Sriya, Kumudu, Lalinda & Madu Shahd & Jhanvi Marwa & Kameela Beat Diabetes Al Rashid Group held its 8th annual Beat Diabetes Walkathon at the Dohat Arad Park in Muharraq. Malak, Budoor, Deena, Hessa & Sarah Fadwa Kaizad & Ivan Hiba Shaikha Hind
SHOPPING | pick of the month Arm Candy Available in Bahrain at MCM Boutique, Moda Mall, 17 730-828. It would be hard not to fall in love with arm candy as perfect as this box bag from the latest MCM collection. The dramatic combination of red and black coupled with plenty of gilt and studs, all go together to make this a standout statement piece that you’ll be using for years to come. www.womanthismonth.com January 2017 12
www.womanthismonth.com 13 January 2017 SOCIAL BUTTERFLY Christmas Tree Lighting The K Hotel held a Christmas Tree lighting ceremony at its premises in Juffair. Matthias, Raed, Maki, Hussain, Volker & Bilal Miguel, Gretchen & Matthias Nitai, Rodik & Seema Asher, Candy & Aroon Cirit & Maha
www.womanthismonth.com January 2017 14 SHOPPING | editor's choice SPOTS ‘N’ STRIPES No matter how you wear them, these graphics can’t help but brighten a winter wardrobe. Stripes seem always to add an air of formality, while spots give a more light-hearted feel. put them together for a look that’s slightly cookie but, in darker colours, still muted enough to be office appropriate. Funky graphic boots, Shoe Mart 17 172-360. Monochrome spotted jacket, Mango 17 179-718. Spotty play suit, H&M 17 178-451. Striped court shoes, M Missoni www. theoutnet.com. Sleep set, Women’secret 17 178-289. Wool fitted top, LK Bennet at Jashanmal 17 582-424. Quiz Harmony baby bag, Kate Spade New York at Jashanmal 17 583-424. Detail from Gucci A/W 2016/17 show Embellished bucket bag, H&M 17 178-451. Dotty pleated skirt, Kate Spade New York at Jashanmal 17 583-424. Striped tote, Lacoste 17 179-530. Initial phone cover, Kate Spade New York at Jashanmal 17 583-424. K/Private Club bag, Karl Lagerfeld 17 112-715. Stripy overcoat, M Missoni www. theoutnet.com. Body suit, Pull and Bear 17 172-305. Great Happens T-shirt, Pull and Bear 17 172-305.
www.womanthismonth.com 15 January 2017 SOCIAL BUTTERFLY Christmas Tree Lighting The Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa held a Christmas Tree lighting and gingerbread decoration competition at its premises. Jocelyn, Vito, Peter, Helen, Younis & Mariam Fatima, Sedra, Saif, Samar & Kinzy Tida & Tina Serena & Maria Anil, Cathy, Indra, Bella, Jocelyn & Mariam
January 2017 16 FASHION | trend MAKE IT WORK FOR YOU If you don’t want to go full-on hippy chick, channel the look with thigh boots, a floppy hat or an embellished jacket. Teamed with plain pants or a mid-length skirt, these will take your look from office to party. But if you really want to make a statement, pile it all on. After all, that comment about taste didn’t come out of nowhere. THAT ’70S VIBE www.womanthismonth.com Chunky ring, Bershka 17 172-303. Furry jacket, Karl Lagerfeld www.karl.com Wide-brimmed hat, Aldo 17 179-245. Detail from Gucci A/W 2016-17 show. Print dress, Bebe 17 178-670. Graphic dress, Splash 38 819-328. Floral pants, Quiz 17 178-074. Embellished bag, Pull and Bear 17 172-305. Animal print bag, Kenzo 13 320-550. Kandice thigh-high boots, Aldo 17 179-245. Animal print jacket, H&M 17 564-606. Alice + Olivia A/W 2016-17 collection. Bangles, Dsquared2 www. dsquared2.com Round sunglasses, Chloe www.theoutnet.com Often described as ‘the decade that taste forgot’, we’re loving that 1970s’ style was all over the autumn-winter catwalks. Platform boots, Ballin www.ballinshoes.com
www.womanthismonth.com 17 January 2017 SOCIAL BUTTERFLY Christmas Festivities Atiram Premier Hotel held a festive Christmas Tree lighting ceremony at its premises in Juffair. Santa, Alison & Gerry Jenelyn, Jackilyn, Arlene & Emie Sajid, Om, Naveen, Joy, Sandeep & Victor Pauline & Ken George, Hana & Naveen
January 2017 www.womanthismonth.com 18 HAPPY ANNIVERSARY MCM (Modern Creation München) has continued its 40th anniversary celebrations with a collection of boldly elegant designs inspired by the iconic creativity of its birthplace. Looking to Munich and its opulent artistic heritage, this season’s 'Munich Epoque' explores the crossover between sumptuous glamour and clean minimalism through baroque-inspired patterns juxtaposed against clean yet vibrant colourways. How much do we love these little gems? FASHION | fashion forward CAST YOUR NET Fashion retailer Yoox Net-A-Porter (YNAP) is coming to the region with an online luxury retail website. Based out of Dubai, it will operate across the GCC, including Bahrain, and a new distribution centre planned means the company will be able to offer same-day delivery. BACKSTAGE PASS Our take on what’s cool, trending and fashionable. FOZAZA GOES FRENCH French fashion brand Zadig & Voltaire is taking on Middle Eastern influences with a new partnership with Saudi-Lebanese design phenom Alanoud Badr, widely known as Lady Fozaza. Given Alanoud’s own very individual style, it’s no wonder she’s caught the eye of the fun French label and she’s clearly a big fan, saying: “It’s a bit of rock ‘n’ roll, boho chic. It’s everything you want in one label. I love Zadig & Voltaire because it is easy to mix and it is packed so easily and you can make 500 looks with 10 accessories.” “She is sophisticated… It is an explosive mix!” says Artistic Director Cecilia Bönström. LOEWE LOWDOWN Spanish luxury fashion house Loewe has launched a selfpublished, phonebook-size visual history spanning its past, present and future. The book is edited by fashion and magazine expert Luis Venegas, who was directly commissioned and given creative freedom for the project by Loewe creative director Jonathan Anderson, who says: “I wanted Luis to go through our archives and decide what is relevant, with that very sharp, uncommon eye that he has. He has unearthed some incredible things that show how the language of what we’re doing at the house now, has always been there. I could not be happier.” The launch took place at Casa Loewe in Madrid at a party attended by the great and good of the fashion world, including blogger Bryan Boy (pictured). Jealous much!
www.womanthismonth.com January 2017 19 RIHANNA’S RUNNERS The Creeper is the first sneaker designed by Rihanna under the FENTY PUMA by Rihanna label. Launched in 2015, these are hugely popular and now there’s a new addition. The Velvet Creeper comes in an exquisite, soft velvet upper with tone-on-tone creeper soles, waxed laces and metallic gold branding. Handcrafted in Italy, the new versions of the Creeper are available in Cement for Men and Women. Each pair comes in the signature FENTY PUMA by Rihanna box with the collection’s velvet shoe bag. MILKING IT Check out the new Milk Concept Store which has just opened at Riyadat Mall which offers a platform for untapped regional talent including the likes of Army of 1, Barrel and Drum, The Generous Light Co, Yabalady and lots of others who are, doubtless, on their way to becoming familiar names on our lips. The store opened in December and in the words of the organisers: “Milk, in the case of this brand, simply means a boundary-free, open-minded and a vast opportunity base for young talents thriving with potential to be well received in the fashion space." ALL UNDER 1 ROOF LITTLE RestaurantChef COME ENJOY THE CULINARY EXPERIENCE AT LITTLE CHEF RESTAURANT - Where Food Talks!! - JAPANESE TURKISH INDIAN CHINESE REAL FOOD FOR YOUR BUSY LIFESTYLE Home Delivery
January 2017 www.womanthismonth.com 20 FASHION | get the look Go for a traditional winter look with a suede and furry combination (fake for us please). Pick a jacket that’s roomy enough to fit a second and third warm layer inside. Add in funky jeans for an on-trend twist and pair with a statement tee or sweater. Classic Aviators, chunky, warm boots and a practical, yet beautiful bag finish this cold weather look. Add a cute scarf for extra warmth and style. APRES CHIC Whether you’re hitting the slopes or not this year, take a leaf out of the skiers’ book for some seriously cool looking winter wear. Layers are the way to go, teaming funky jackets with tops that are equally interesting. We’ve pulled together some looks that are as hot as they are cool. Aviator-style sun glasses, Etro 17 178-459. Leather handbag, Massimo Dutti 17 172-325. Suede jacket, Massimo Dutti 17 172-325. Striped top, J Crew www.jcrew.com. Bliss and Mischief Conjure Flower jeans, Moda Operandi www. modaoperandi.com. Darner LA crushed velvet socks, Moda Operandi www. modaoperandi.com Boots, H&M 17 110-350. Carven AW16 show Mulberry AW16 Elle-Macpherson CLASSIC COOL
www.womanthismonth.com January 2017 21 If you’re the kind of girl who’d be at home on London’s King’s Road, you can still hit the slopes, or rather the apres ski, in style. A snuggly furry jacket, topped with a cool hat will keep the icy winds at bay. Show off your street-cred style with funky pants in a bright eye-catching colour, if you’re brave enough for fake snake, these will look awesome. Finish your look with the obligatory retro shades and slouchy boots and add an extra dose of animal print for your arm candy. Seriously sporty but with an equally serious sense of style, this look is certainly not for the shy and retiring. Team a printed, quilted jacket with equally funky tight pants. Add in a fun sweatshirt and keep the bright theme going with gloves, bag and bangle in clashing bright shades. Your footwear needs to be both comfortable and sporty to carry this look and top it off with oversized shades – a bit ‘look at me – don’t look at me’. Wide-brimmed hat, Lanvin store.lanvin. com/bh Pink printed scarf, H&M 17 110-350. Print top, Ginger www. namshi.com. Wooly jacket, Mango 17 179-718. Graphic print leggings, Calzedonia 17 537-175. Oversized sun glasses, Chloe www.chloe.com. Pink leather bucket bag, Lacoste 17 179-530. Pink leather bracelet, Alexander McQueen 17 172-000 (Saks Fifth Avenue). Galaxy trip sweatshirt, Replay www.namshi.com. Piumino Manga copia parka, Dsquared2 www. shopbop.com. Furry boots, Ballin www.ballin-shoes. com. Retro shades, Marni www. marni.com/bh. Pink leather gloves, Alexander McQueen 17 172-000 (Saks Fifth Avenue). Boots, Dune London 16 686-215. Red reptile trousers, H&M 17 110-350. Charlott Reid animal print bag, Centrepoint 17 177-777. FUNKY BABE RETRO BOARDER
22 January 2017 www.womanthismonth.com SOCIAL BUTTERFLY AMH Gala DInner The American Mission Hospital held its annual Island Classic Gala Dinner at the Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa. Ali Tarada, Shaikh Mohammed, Dr Cherian, HE William Roebuck & Basem Ahmed Alison & Gerry Delano, Barbie & John Denise, Keith & Matthew Urs & Anca Shama Simon, Sue, Anita & John Pauline, Bijan, Madeline & Henry Noora & Hilde Susie, Hugh & Kerry Delano, HE William Roebuck, Amira & Jaffar Al Asfoor Ali, Waleed Kanoo & Mohammed Kooheji
www.womanthismonth.com 23 January 2017 SOCIAL BUTTERFLY Aldo Sole Mates Apparel Group in collaboration with the Rotary Club of Sulmaniya held an Aldo Sole Mates shoe swap charity event at Aldo, City Centre Bahrain. Rotary Club members and Aldo staff at the event Bharti, Khalid, Sebahat & Lester Subash, Akash & Edralyn Julie, Stephanie, Philippe & Sophie
January 2017 24 www.womanthismonth.com PEOPLE | interview Extraordinary women Intercol and Zayani donated 2008 Outlander - January 2008 AWA CTT at BIC, Intercol as sponsor - February 2008 AWA at BIC with Intercol as sponsor - December 2015 AWA at BIC with Intercol as sponsor - December 2015 Lynne arrived in Bahrain 40 years ago after meeting Intercol director Abdurrahman Al-Wazzan in England, and marrying soon after. They have three children – Ali, 37, Mahin, 34, and Hassan 32, and have been blessed with five grandchildren, four boys ranging from two to 11 years old, and their first granddaughter, who is just seven months. Hailing from Newcastle upon Tyne, in the north of England, she still considers herself to be a true Geordie girl, despite four decades in the desert. Both her parents, Joan and Bob, spent the last 15 years of their lives in Bahrain, her father passing away in 2011 and her mother two years ago. She says: “It was they who introduced myself and my sister, Norma, at the young age of nine and 10, respectively, to charity work, mainly with the Salvation Army and other charities within Newcastle.” She has been involved in charity work throughout her life and will be celebrating her 66th birthday this month, marking more than 55 years of dedication to her communities. She adds: “Fortunately for me, my mother-in-law and father-in-law, the late Ali Al-Wazzan, former Liz O’Reilly chatted to Lynne Al-Wazzan, proud mum and grandma, baker extraordinaire and tireless charity volunteer about what makes giving back to the community so important. Charity Champion Lynne Al-Wazzan
January 2017 25 www.womanthismonth.com director of Intercol and former President of The Chamber of Commerce, and his wife Asma Khalil Al-Moayed, were great charity supporters leaving a legacy for the next generation to continue.” For the past 38 years, Lynne has supported HRH Shaikha Lulwa’s Mother and Child Welfare Society, under the guidance of the Shaikha until her passing. And with 35 years under her belt, she is the longest lasting member of the American Women’s Association. She says: “I initially joined to meet other women from different backgrounds and nationalities, to immerse myself in different cultures and habits. The AWA is a melting pot from all over the globe with members aged from as young as 20 and the oldest being 70.” During her time with the AWA, Lynne has served on each of the association’s committees and received many awards for her work – so much so that there is now a Lynne Al-Wazzan Award named after her, which is presented to new members who have been particularly active. The AWA is a strong supporter all local charities in Bahrain, the main fundraising event being The Cherry Tree Trot (CTT), which is held every two years in support of charities and societies that help the disabled, adults and children alike. Lynne says her family has been her biggest support in her charity work and her children have helped her with the CTT for the past 20 years. One of the other charities she considers close to her heart is the Indian Ladies Association and its Sneha organisation, which helps educate special needs children. She has been working with them for the past 18 years and is very keen to point out the benefit of Sneha to those who might not otherwise be able to access learning. As well as her charity work, Lynne says her time in Bahrain has afforded her many opportunities for growth, never more evident than when she and friend Jo Karimi open the very first tearoom on the island, outside of a hotel, in a villa in Adiliya 25 years ago. The doors to the tearoom unfortunately closed in 2011 due to familial commitments, but this is another area in which Lynne pays tribute to her parents saying: “My father was a wonderful baker, he was renowned for his scones, that’s where I got it from.” As she marks 40 years in the Kingdom, Lynne says: “All in all, I’ve had a wonderfully exciting life in Bahrain, a beautiful country which I have seen steadfastly develop under the guidance and patronage of its leaders, the late Emir, His Majesty Shaikh Isa bin Salman AL Khalifa, his wife, Her Royal Highness Sheikha Hessa, and currently His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa AL Khalifa and his wife Her Royal Highness Shaikha Sabika. They are guiding the way for Bahrain as a shining beacon for education, medical institutions, housing and women’s rights. Which in turn reflects on their people who are kind, hardworking and loyal to their country.” AWA Charity Party at Al-Wazzan Villa - Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II - June 2012 Trot on For 42 years, the ladies in the American Women’s Association (AWA) have been volunteering their time and talents in charities throughout Bahrain. The AWA’s mission has always been, and remains, to promote charity, friendship, and cultural understanding in the Kingdom. AWA members donate thousands of volunteer hours and work to raise tens of thousands dinars for charities every year. The biggest event supporting AWA is its biennial Cherry Tree Trot (CTT). The event’s name is based on a legend that George Washington, the first President of the USA, cut down his father’s beloved cherry tree as a youngster and demonstrated his honesty when his father asked who was responsible for felling it. The first CTT in 1981 took place in the desert as a fun day out. The event is held every two years and will take place on Saturday, February 25, 2017. The event is one of the largest fundraising and highest profile events in Bahrain. The AWA expects more than 2,000 people, along with over 30 of its charities, to participate in this charity run/walk to help the physically and mentally challenged. The primary event is a 2K race for mentally and physically challenged children and adults who will be supported by students from the leading private schools and adult volunteers. There are also 2k, 3K, 5K and 8K runs for able-bodied participants. A 3K walkathon is an option for those who like to take things a little easier and those in wheelchairs. The trot takes place at the BIC and is a fun day out for the whole family! For more information visit http://awabahrain. org/events/cherry-tree-trot/
January 2017 www.womanthismonth.com 26 When visiting Irina Averinos’ art studio and workspace at her house, the first thing I noticed was a large window with the spire of a mosque in the background on the far corner. Realisation struck on the second glance that it was one of the artist’s hyper realistic paintings. “I'm an engineer by profession but art is where my passion lies,” explains Irina. “I fell in love with colouring and drawing at the age of three, and was introduced to the paintbrush in kindergarten. As time went by, I was more focused on studies and family before I returned to pursue my true interest.” Explaining how she ventured into realism, she says: “I visited a museum for the first time in my childhood, and was taken aback by the works of a realism painter. It inspired me to achieve such greatness on the canvas and draw with great detail.” She went on to win many competitions in school but not once did it cross her mind to take up art as a profession. I stumbled upon another one of her works hanging beside the dining table, which gave the illusion of 3D pink flowers popping out of the framework. “I am inspired by nature and everyday life. Colourful scenarios strike a chord with my creativity,” says Irina. Positivity is the dominant theme behind each painting, which could be of a landscape, seascape, flowers, birds or animals. "Each of my creations emanates a positive, healing energy. I try to stay away from black or mix it with other colours if I have to use it,” explains the artist. “Every one of these is as dear to me as my own kin. They are pieces of my soul, a memory of a very happy time in my life.” Her favourite mediums to work with are oil, acrylic, watercolour, pastel and mixed media. Currently the chairperson of the arts group at the American Women’s Association (AWA), she was greatly involved with the Visions 2016 exhibition held in November, a two-day charity event where several artists and photographers displayed their work, with proceeds going to support the AWA’s many charitable efforts. “The art scene is flourishing in Bahrain and what the artists now require is exposure. It is our pleasure to host them,” says Irina. For the future, she hopes to hold the brush for as long as possible while trying her hand at different styles and techniques. “In this day and age, there are so many innovative mediums and different surfaces you can create something beautiful with. I want to constantly upgrade my skill set,” she adds. Having experience in teaching art at schools and privately, Irina currently gives small group classes at her studio on a weekly basis. Visit: http://averinos.blogspot.com/ or @ iaverinos on Instagram. g PEOPLE | interview In an age where abstract and conceptual painting rules the market, Bahrain-based Russian artist Irina Averinos’ stark realism separates her from the pack, writes Puja Tiwari. Reality At Its Best Irina Averinos’
January 2017 www.womanthismonth.com PEOPLE | interview 27 A terrific artist, soft-spoken Nina Mommsen dabbled in make-up and hair styling when she lived in Russia, over a decade ago. She says: “All my knowledge comes together to help me capture the most beautiful images. My photography is art; my pictures are like paintings. This is because I also spend a lot of time on postproduction processes.” Little wonder, then, that she is fast becoming one of the most soughtafter snappers on the island. Her passion for photography has proved to be more gratifying than anything she’s done before. After a study course in photography from a university in New York, there has been no looking back. Nina has gone on to do wedding photography, family pictures, model portfolios, events and many commercial assignments for prestigious brands in Bahrain. Of the lot, she feels best capturing memories of weddings. “Each wedding is different, but I love to see so many emotions at play and be a part of it all. I feel happy to be chosen to capture this special time of people’s lives,” she says. Nina also enjoys fashion photography and individual portfolios. “It’s not only about the clothes, but also the setting. I can create the ideal atmosphere for such shoots,” she says. Despite having a well-equipped studio, she is enthusiastic about outdoor photo shoots saying: “Bahrain has such beautiful locations that not many people know of. There are lakes and parks which make an ideal spot for perfect pictures. Many clients are unaware of and surprised by the beauty of certain places.” Quizzed on her all-time favourite picture, she replies: “I have clicked so many pictures in all these years. Today I may feel that a particular one is my favourite, but tomorrow I’ll do another shoot and I’ll feel that my work is far better than yesterday’s; so, of course, I have a new favourite! Every day I learn and do something new in my work. I never stop discovering and trying new tricks and techniques in my profession.” In the same way some people’s persona changes in front of the lens, Nina’s changes behind it. “When I’m shooting I’m completely focused, like in a movie. I’m not soft and easy-going, as I otherwise am. I’ll make sure that I get the look or effect that I want for my picture from my client. And they are always really happy afterwards,” she laughs. Nina believes her work speaks about her. “My style is different from other photographers, maybe because I’m an artist. I spend a lot of time after the shoot, to give my pictures an artistic finish that is always appreciated,” she says. Her warmth and flexibility in challenging situations puts the most apprehensive people at ease in front of the camera. She says: “Sometimes, things get difficult, like when little ones refuse to cooperate for a family photo. Or the groom is not up to posing for as many pictures as his bride wants to. It’s OK if it takes more time than I am scheduled for; the end result is most important to me. Being a lady photographer, I can easily make people feel more comfortable and pose for beautiful shots to cherish for life.” g Back in the day, ace photographer Nina Mommsen was into painted art. She tells Behnaz Sanjana how she found herself in the realm of captured reminiscence, and why she wants to live in it forever. Nina Mommsen MAKING LASTING MEMORIES l Get the composition right, with the subject and background in the right position so the whole image comes together. l Have the lighting just right, whether it's the sun and shadows by day or the lights and flashes at night – indoors or outdoors. l Touch up images on software like Lightroom to make for a great final photograph. Nina’s top tips for a pretty picture
January 2017 28 www.womanthismonth.com BEAUTY | news Bourjois Red in the City. This collection embodies the colour red and all its subtleties with five shades of Rouge Edition Velvet and Rouge Edition 12 heures lipsticks, including six brand offerings. Rouge Velvet has a bold matte finish and enhanced colour, saturated with pure pigments. Incredibly light and velvety thanks to its evanescent oils, it holds for up to 24 hours without smudging. Rouge Edition 12 heures smoothes the lips with a semi matte finish. and no need of touch up thanks to its up to 12 hours-hold formula. Available at leading retailers. Alaïa Paris. This collection of key products is a natural reflection of the spirit of the timeless Alaïa silhouette. Launched in 2015, 2016 sees the arrival of two new fragrant offerings: a luxurious body cream, the velvety texture of which is enhanced by the notes of Alaïa Paris eau de parfum and a new scented candle in a 190g format. Available at leading retailers. Clarins BB Beauty Perfector. A new SPF30 allday product specially created for Asian skin. Thanks to an amino acid coating in total affinity with the skin, the long-hold colour pigments promote an even distribution of colour on the skin surface and offer lasting colour hold; make-up stays put all day for a natural look. The other star ingredient is the special 3D Radiance pigment which uses its multi-layer structure to create an optical 'soft focus' effect. Available at leading retailers. Molton Brown Indian Cress purifying Shampoo & Conditioner. Appealing to all hair types with amino acids that help improve shine and gentle cleansers to refresh and remove residue. This collection is the perfect blend to encourage healthy growth, leaving the hair feeling soft and gleaming. The ingredients include aromas of honeysuckle, jasmine and sandalwood. Available at leading retailers. OPI Fall/Winter Collection. Match your nails to your clothes with the latest selection of 10 must-have shades of the season. The ones to watch out for are: Malaga Wine, a rich grape red; the Hawaiian Orchid, tropical pink with hints of purple; Eurso Euro, a deep blue continental cream; In the Cable Car Pool Lane, the burgundy that will take you away; Your Sucha Budapest, a periwinkle-purple; Dulce de Leche, the taste of sweet creamy nude; a warm red Color So Hot Berns; the crisp white of Alpine Snow; You Don’t Know Jack’s trendy taupe; and Up front and Personal to give your nails a golden glitter. Available at leading retailers. It’s the New Year and time to brighten up your look. From the hottest lip tones to fresh new fragrances, take inspiration from our round-up of the latest products and beauty news to rock 2017 in style. Giorgio Beverly Hills Rodeo Drive Collector’s Edition. This fragrance has been an icon for over 30 years. To celebrate, it is decked out in new attire: an original collector’s edition bottle inspired by the palm trees of Rodeo Drive, the street where it was born. Gardenia, jasmine, orchid, ylang-ylang and tuberose are the middle notes, with amber, vanilla, cedarwood, sandalwood, musk, moss and patchouli at the base, and orange blossom and bergamot for a fresh and fruity departure in the top notes. www.giorgiobeverlyhills.com. MAC In The Spotlight. Radiant skin in a flash, no matter what the lighting conditions. MAC introduces extended shades of strobe cream — including the iconic original, now named pinklite. Super-powered with potent botanicals, antioxidants and iridescent pearl particles, strobe cream de-stresses, de-snoozes, hydrates, freshens and boosts the look of dull, tired-looking skin. Available at MAC stores.
January 2017 29 www.womanthismonth.com Francesca Dell’Oro Parfum was born as an artistic olfactory laboratory and is now launched in the Middle East for the first time at Paris Gallery. Ambrosine is Oriental and floral with warm notes of amber; White Plumage is Oriental with notes of wood and musk; Lullaby caresses with fruity, floral and amber accents; Francine is floral, greenscented with amber tones; Envoutant invokes scents of the Orient alongside floral and woody notes; Fleurdenya is a rich floral fragrance; and Page 29 is Oriental with hints of leather and floral. Available exclusively at Paris Gallery. H&M Beauty’s latest collection is inspired by the glittering nightlife of the 1970s and ’80s. Colours are nudes, glitters and dark shades of berry, plum, lilac, brown, green and black. Faces are lit up with shimmer drops, a glow stick and a palette with highlighters and bronzer. For eyes there are four different eyeliners, a fantastic eye palette with 20 colours and Glitterati Mascara Liner – a highimpact product in five colours that can also be used as a liner. For lips there are four new limited colours of velvet lip cream, as well as two sets with four lip glosses in each and nails get a massive 24 new colours including glitters and foil. Available at H&M. ZO’s Ossential C-Bright Serum makes Uneven skin tones a thing of the past by helping to fade dark spots and even out discoloured skin. The product provides a potent, pure dose of Vitamin C that is stabilised to brighten and retexturise the skin. There’s also ascorbic acid which exfoliates for a brighter complexion, while antioxidants help defend against environmental triggers that cause pigmentation. Available at www.zoskinhealth.com. CoverGirl has announced hijab-wearing beauty blogger Nura Afia as one of a new group of diverse brand ambassadors as part of its #LashEquality campaign to promote diversity. The prominent beauty YouTuber will be one of very few Muslim women to have appeared in a national cosmetics campaign in the US. She’ll be representing the brand’s So Lashy! BlastPro Mascara. FROM A SINGLE BRICK IN 1991... WE HAVE GROWN INTO A HOUSE Tel: (+973) 17 813 777 Fax: (+973) 17 813 700 | P.O. Box 20461, Manama, Bahrain | Address: Villa 1533 | Road 2426 | Block 324 | Bahrain instagram.com/redhousemarketing facebook.com/redhousemarketing youtube.com/user/redhousemarketing twitter.com/rhmbahrain
30 January 2017 www.womanthismonth.com SOCIAL BUTTERFLY Jawad Christmas Tree Lighting The Jawad Business Group held a Christmas Tree lighting ceremony and launched its Christmas Market at Jawad Dome. Deepty & Dayaam Jawad Family Ahmed Jawad, Ahmed Fairooz & Sophia Jawad Hassan Jawad & family Irina & Aboud Raneen Tamimi & Sophia Jawad Mudreka, Haseen & Raneen Jawad M Jawad & Sophia Jawad Watch Launch Jawad Business Group launched the new Tilly’s Concept Store watches at its outlet in Seef Mall. Layal, Pacos & Masooma Wafa & Mohammed Ruby, Joy & Riza
showcase January 2017 31 www.womanthismonth.com One of the island’s favourite spa retreats has a new woman in charge. DIPLOMAT RADISSON BLU HOTEL, RESIDENCE & SPA BUILDING ON REPUTATION With more than 10 years in the industry, Helen Davies is an advocate of the wellness movement. Having studied sports at university, and being pretty sporty herself, she says moving into the "more customer facing" area of spa management was a logical progression. Helen worked at the Wellness Centre in Muscat, Oman, for two years but, with good friends on the island, visited Bahrain often and, when she decided to make the move, the Diplomat came calling. She says: “I’m very happy to join the Diplomat, which is one of the oldest and most established hotels on the island. The spa has a good reputation and I plan to build on that.” The venue uses products from French luxury brand Phytomer and offers a whole range of treatments for ladies, men and couples. There is an outdoor swimming pool and the women’s area also has an indoor pool and large rooms where groups of girls, such as wedding parties, can chill out, relax and enjoy a massage. Helen says: “I love this industry; you meet different people every day and you just never know what’s going to walk through the door. The spa already offers a really good service. My immediate future plans are to continue with that and, of course, to see where we can improve for the future.” Aside from an extensive range of spa treatments, the facility boasts a fully equipped gym which offers qualified personal trainers and classes for both Diplomat members and non-members and also runs a monthly members’ fitness challenge to get the spirit of competition roused. Call 17 531-666. Helen Davies HAVANA CLUB NIGHT Saturday, 31st December 2016 The Grand Ambassador Ballroom Live Entertainment - Cuban Yoel Soto Band Inclusive of selected drinks Extensive selection of delicious international dishes Doors open 20:00 Dress code: Black tie All the above for BD65 net per person Accommodation packages available RBlu_Bahrain diplomatradissonblu The.Diplomat.Radisson.Blu For reservations please call +973 39945208 [email protected]
January 2017 www.womanthismonth.com 32 BEAUTY | celeb spot With her own range of make-up, it’s no surprise that British supermodel Rosie Huntington-Whiteley always sports a stunning glow. Steal her Greek goddess look with tips from Apple Sharma. Luscious Lashes No eye make-up is complete without the essential mascara. Even those who don’t like to wear a lot of eye shadow can make themselves look bright eyed and bushy tailed with just a simple stroke of this magic band. To get the perfect look, make sure you wait long enough (30 seconds to a minute) between each coat to avoid clumps. To get feathery, natural-looking lashes, invest in a lash comb – it separates out each lash, removes excess product and is easy to use. Nude Lips When you’ve got bold or sparkly eye makeup, it’s best to balance it out with nude lips. It might look simple to achieve but can be tricky. To get that perfectly natural-looking pout, it’s important to prep your lips first. Dab some concealer to tone down naturally pink lips and fill it in with a nude lip pencil to bring out the true colour of the lipstick. Nude doesn’t have to be boring; there are a wide variety of shades. Choose one that is closest to your complexion and has the right finish – semi-matt is ideal. Shimmering Eyes Get red carpet ready with shimmering eyes. Rosie’s golden eyeshadow brings out the colour of her eyes beautifully. Experiment with metallic bronze, gold and silver shades that will make your eyes pop and give you that old Hollywood glamour for a night out. If you’ve never tested this trend before, try using gold eyeliner on your upper and lower lashline or use complementary colours to go with it, toning it down with brown. Glittering eye shadows are big this season, so why not give it a try? Most importantly, have fun with it. Rosie Huntington-Whiteley Supple Skin With the winter chill picking up, one of the most important regimes is to keep your skin moisturised at all times. There are plenty of great options in the market to choose from. Make sure you use a good-quality day cream with a minimum SPF 15 factor to protect you from the sun or a perfecting cream to give you an even-toned texture. Never go to bed without removing your make-up. Your skin repairs most effectively at night, so a good cleansing routine followed by a deep mositurising night cream will take you far and your skin will thank you for it. Golden Glow Even though we don’t get enough sun during the cooler months, there’s no excuse not to have a glowing skin. Get Rosie’s gorgeous golden complexion by using a bronzer on your face. Apply to cheekbones, across the forehead and down the centre of the nose for a sun-kissed effect. There are a variety of colours available, from copper and terracotta to peach and chocolaty-browns. Choose the right shade for your complexion. For fair skins, a sheer copper is a good place to start. Most shades work for medium skin tones – use a luminous bronzer to add a subtle glow and brown for contouring. For dark skin, try a shade darker than the complexion – a chocolatey-brown is ideal.
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