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4 September 2013 www.womanthismonth.com responsible editor Jubran AbdulRahman chairman & publisher George F Middleton publishing director David M Robertson editorial consultant Dr Paul Balles editor Elma Bartholomew fashion and beauty editor Fernanda Langhammer contributors ANKITA MAMGAIN Dr Clare beckett-mcinroy george r vaughan James Claire SAMAR SADULLAH SIMI KAMBOJ SUSMITHA S AROLI creative director Maryam A Toorani print production manager Sabu Sebastian layout & graphics Dalal Al-Sabbagh RODOLFO REYES media coordinator SARAH ANSARI media managers farheen ahmed Randa Ghazi Howais sales manager Mayukh Majumdar circulation FAWAZ AL BALOOSHI photography editor anil Ravi Shankar photographers Shankar Kunhambu Subeesh Kumar NS printing press Union Press, Bahrain Contents copyrighted 2004© 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 224, Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain September 2013, issue 127 On the cover: Carolina Herrera, Autumn/Winter 2013 Follow us on: @woman_this_month @WomanThisMonthB Woman This Month Bahrain Edition BEAUTY | FASHION | HOME | WELLBEING | PARENTING | LOCAL ISSUES September 2013 | Issue 127 | BD1 / SR10 www.womanthismonth.com woman this month SEPTEMBER 2013 ı THE FASHION ISSUE ı www.womanthismonth.com HOME SUBSCRIBERS COPY ISSUE 127 SHAYMA AMIN Her path to success HEALTH LISTEN TO YOUR BODY WAYS TO GET YOUR KIDS READY FOR SCHOOL Autumn/Winter 2013 Trends THE FASHION ISSUE INTERIORS THE SEASONAL MAKEOVER HAIRCARE QUESTIONS ANSWERED 10 Men’s casual wardrobes have the opportunity to get a little bit more artistic as Berlin-based illustrator/graphic designer Tim Wolff (aka TimRobot) teams up with high street giant River Island. Something for the boys. House of Holland has launched a new collection. The Mr Quiffy range is available online. Designed by Johannes Huebl (the gorgeous man that you always spot next to Olivia Palermo), the La Strada range of loafers step up the style of rolled chinos. Shame it’s only for men! eDitor's NOTE Although we might be slowly melting away in what we would like to think is the last bits of Bahrain’s sweltering summer, the Woman This Month team stays focused on keeping our readers updated on all that’s new. Fernanda was on overdrive in the past few weeks finalising the must-have trends of Autumn/Winter 2013. With over 20 pages dedicated to the top styles on the runway, she has made sure that you’ll never leave the house without this issue in your bag! The trend update isn’t limited to the fashion and beauty segment. Flip over to find out what the world of interiors has been upto. We also tackle certain serious issues that people in Bahrain tend to hide under the rug. Ahmed Fadhul, vice president at Addict Friends Society, talks about drug addiction and his plans for International Overdose Awareness Day on August 31. In the wellbeing section, we tell you why sudden and drastic weight loss might not be good news after all. Simi had a chance to catch up with Shayma Amin from Kuwait, who reveals her secrets to success. In the regulars, you can find the WTM method of closet re-organisation and our top holiday picks. Happy reading! Elma Bartholomew Editor Woman This Month is a member of BPA Worldwide
6 September 2013 www.womanthismonth.com letters Sharing Really is Giving I was delighted to read the August 2013 issue of Woman this month. Thanks for such a great issue. The layout the photos and the content all granted me a newfound appreciation for the magazine. Now I look forward to not only reading it every month but also sharing it with friends and family. I was touched and inspired by the article Sharing is Giving about Bahraini Shaikha Al Fadel aspiration to run a charity at the tender age of 16 and with the launch of her charity, LiveLoveGive. God bless her for her wonderful work. Actually I had a small dream which turned into reality I approached many of my friends to donate their used caps for the constructions workers on road sites digging trenches or laying cables, sadly none of my friends responded but I was pleasantly surprised by the generosity by two companies, which donated more than 600 caps and most of all I was very touched with the workers’ heartfelt gratitude when I went around distributing caps to them. If every young person worked as hard and cared so much as Shaikha Al Fadel, our country would be a better place. Angela Marquis, by email. Time for change When I had moved to the Amwaj Islands, I felt I had been promised paradise. Perhaps it is on some levels. I am, nevertheless, very disappointed to find people littering like it’s nobody’s business on the streets and along the beach area. Though many initiatives have been taken to clean the neighbourhood, the real initiative has to come from home. Families need to practise recycling at home to understand how much they can do for the world in a simple step. Thank you for the article called ‘Reduce, Reuse, Recycle’. I honestly hope it has managed to change the lifestyle of at least one reader. It makes a difference. MK, by email. Meeting a legend It isn’t often that we parents get a mention unless of course the situation calls for it. I was excited to receive a copy of your magazine that was dedicated to us. ‘Are you a new mum?’ is a smart story. Although it is meant for new mothers like my daughter, who is trying to relax and get some ‘alone time’ more often, I can say I learnt from it too. I guess I’ve been hard on people assuming I know better since I’m a mother. I’ve started, in my daughter’s words, ‘to cut it out’. It’s hard, but I’m trying. Stephanie, by email. Write Here WRITE IN AND WIN This month’s star letter will win vouchers worth BD60 from Bellacura. To win this, send us your views and opinions on our September 2013 edition either by email to [email protected], by fax to 17 813-700 or by post to PO Box 20461. 60 August 2013 www.womanthismonth.com www.womanthismonth.com 61 August 2013 decided in 1987 to diversify and merge both operations in Bahrain Recycling Plant. In 1997, BRP expanded its operations by investing in an advanced briquetting plant. Call 17 830-456. Recycling for Charity: This organisation provides containers for points of interest like schools, supermarkets, banks and other locations where people pass by on a daily basis – free of charge! They are serviced by their trucks that deliver the materials to the plant in Sitra, where they segregate and purify the recyclables to be sold locally and overseas. They offer office solutions as well. Call them to integrate recycling into your business. Call 17 562-600. Recycle IT: This is the first project in Bahrain that will begin the computer and electronic equipment recycling movement and reduce e-waste in the Kingdom. It consists of three major stages: l Collecting old, broken, or unused computer and electronic equipment then recycle or re-distribute them based on their condition. l Launching a nation-wide awareness campaign to educate and spread a culture of e-recycling among all Bahraini citizens and residents through competitions, exhibitions, school and university seminars and more. l Hosting recycling and technical workshops to teach and rehabilitate recently graduated high school students the skills of recycling and dismantling electronic equipment to create jobs across the country. Recycle IT is organised by the Good Word Society and is hosted under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Nasser Bin Hamad Al-Khalifa, First Vice President of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sport, and Bahrain Olympic Committee President, and is sponsored by the United Nations Environmental Program (UNEP). Call 17 333-115. RecycleAge WLL: Launched in 2008, the main focus of this firm is buying, processing and exporting all types of petroleum products, ferrous and non-ferrous metals, iron ore, bauxite and chromite. They have been associated with reputed companies in Singapore, Thailand, Hong Kong, China and India for trade. They supply bitumen, base oil, waste oil, different types of waxes and other petroleum products regularly to clients all over Asia. Call 77 052-250. High-tech waste management Earlier this year, four students of Bahrain Polytechnic developed an app for Android mobile devices to encourage recycling in the country. Titled Bahrain Recycle, it is available on Google Play Store for free. It uses the GPS functionality of a phone and displays a map containing the user’s current location, allowing them to identify locations of recycling facilities around Bahrain with details of what can be recycled. It also suggests driving routes and estimated journey time. Note-worthy achievement It is clear that reputable corporations must make firm commitments to recycling as a key environmental target. The real estate specialist, Cluttons, has led by example by implementing a paper recycling programme in partnership with Want2Recycle. As a well-respected property company, Cluttons in Bahrain has used paper and cardboard recycling containers in all of their managed buildings, including the Almoayyed Tower in Seef which in 2012 recycled over 11 metric tonnes of paper and cardboard. The firm aims to do even better in 2013 and keep more waste away from landfills, demonstrating its dedication to the cause throughout its local and global operations. LIFESTYLE | how to Tips for recycling at home l Visit or call your local recycling centres to find out what they accept. Set up bins accordingly. l Set up a system for the bins. The garage is an ideal location; make sure they’re secured to avoid pests. l Use plastic bags to store products as paper bags can leak and rip. l Smaller containers are easier to lift when full. l Label bins clearly (with description if required). l Choose products with higher percentage of recycled content in packaging. l Clean containers before storing them. l A ‘no junk mail’ sticker on your mail box works wonders. l Buy products with recycled content and packaged in recycled materials. Do you do your part in saving our natural resources? It’s never too late to start making an effort. The practice needs to begin at home. The clean up act With the endless number of campaigns that cross your path, it would be redundant to explain the significance of recycling. Nevertheless, many of us do not take it seriously. This is perhaps because people consider this practice to be strenuous, when it really isn’t anything more than organising skills. So here’s what we can do within our limits to save the planet. Paper and cardboard: l Stack old newspapers together as they go back directly into newsprint recycling. l Magazines, glossy flyers, newspaper inserts, phone books, envelopes, computer paper, old letters and paper packaging can go into one bin. While staples are excused, rubber bands and plastic wraps aren’t. l Carbon paper, stickers, cardboard, laminated paper and cardboard will not go into this bin. l Bale cardboard together and tie it with string for curb side collectors. Make sure they are dry as coated, wet or greasy ones clog recycling machines. Plastic You already know this, but we have to say it again: Plastic does not break down! On a brighter note, it can be converted into many diverse products. Make the effort to collect and recycle it. This is perhaps the trickiest product to salvage. l Learn the numbers assigned to different plastic goods and find out which of these are accepted by local recycling centres. Store them accordingly. l Remove tops of bottles. Reuse grocery bags and containers. Reduce the use of polystyrene (cups, food trays, egg cartons, etc). Glass l Now this one’s easy-peasy. Glass containers are separated by colour: clear, green and brown. You can leave the paper labels on. l Keep light bulbs, glass sheets, mirrors and pyrex separately. Aluminium, steel and copper l Rinse food cans and remove their lids and labels before storing them. l Foil packaging can be reprocessed into mechanical components like engine parts! l Paint and aerosol cans, though recyclable, are considered hazardous. Store them separately as well, with the labels this time. l Copper and its alloys, brass and bronze, are 100 per cent recyclable. Electronic goods l Got extra computers, printers and hardware? Pass it on! You might think no one will take old gadgets, but you’ll be surprised with the response. l Cell phones and rechargeable batteries are being collected by several corporate firms and non-profit organisations. Do some research; find out which cause suits you best. Local projects Bahrain Recycling Plant: In 1980, Khamis Al Mulla established Al Raefa Scrap Trading Co with the primary objective of general trading of metal and secondary aim of handling plastic and other composite material. He Reduce, Reuse, Recycle 52 August 2013 www.womanthismonth.com www.womanthismonth.com 53 August 2013 It’s time to bring the baby home and all you can see are countless pairs of judging eyes. Learn to battle unwanted stress and fears of inadequacy. While many women fret about their newborn baby in the first months of pregnancy, others don’t ‘feel the pressure’ until well after the child is born. Let’s burst your bubble right now – motherhood isn’t intuitive! The truth is, no matter how much you’ve researched and studied, you are prone to insecurities just like any other new mum. So it’s important to remind yourself just how great you are; we’ll tell you how. Learn to tune out You thought advice marathons in your teen years were bad? Wait until you’re a mother! The ‘cuchi coo’s and ‘aww’s only last a while. Then comes the rigmarole of free advice from family, friends, colleagues, and the best of them all, strangers! Some mothers find this annoying; others begin to doubt themselves. Now you can’t really turn off the shower of advice. So while it pours, just remember that they’re only trying to pass along their insights. It’s their way of helping (inexpensive as well!) The trick is to filter out the unwanted information and learn to spot wisdom from a rant. Don’t forget to smile politely and occasionally say, “I’ll think about it.” It’s not a contest The worst thing you could do is comparing yourself to every other mother you can find. It’s natural, however, to do so. It’s just not right to expect your two-month-old to roll over because your friend’s baby did. Quit staring enviously and start talking to fellow new mums. What looks perfect to you is not necessarily the whole story. For all you know, they’ll be facing just as many problems you do or more. Looking after a child isn’t a cakewalk for anyone. And if a ‘too fit to be true’ new mum is the problem, find someone else you can relate to. Not everyone comes out of pregnancy like Miranda Kerr! Guilt-free lifestyle There are enough people in the world waiting to bring you down; don’t beat yourself up! Do you want to go work again? Go work! Do you want to repeat that meal the next afternoon? Go ahead! Do you want to go on a date? Find a babysitter! As long as you’re getting rid of confidence-killing vibes, give yourself the green signal. Nevertheless, leave room for productive guilt. This is often the gut feeling that has your back in the most crucial decisions of your life. If you think it isn’t right for your child, it probably isn’t. Find a mirror You’ve spent all your time focusing on your baby, you’ve forgotten about yourself. This is a strict no-no. Sleeping, eating and showering might turn into options rather than necessities on some days. If you’re weak physically, there is every chance of you being weak emotionally as well. It won’t be long before a meltdown. Take rest! Of course, you’ve bid 10-hours of sleep goodbye. But you can take a nap and get some alone time every now and then. They don’t take long; you feel different – refreshed and confident! Don’t hole yourself up. Get dressed; wear some make-up – go out! Great expectations? Not anymore. You have got to face the fact that you’re on a whole new level of multi-tasking for the rest of your life. You might not be as great at something as you used to be. Cut yourself some slack. You’re managing a human being here; a child is a living project! There’s no time to place the coaster under a coffee mug, cook a five-course meal and fetch the best mom award all in one day. If you’re a control freak, learn to ignore some things. If you need a to-do list to function, trim it down. Errors will occur. What you need to focus on is staying sane through it all. Enjoy the moment Life isn’t a movie, where you can have a flashback montage sequence at the flick of a finger. In your attempt to master everything under the sun as a mother, you might have just forgotten to have fun. That’s right, parenting can be fun! If your child is meant to be a prodigy, he/ she will get there. Don’t forget to enjoy your time with the little ones in your attempt to ‘educate’ them with all sorts of forced activities. Your baby is learning in every waking moment. Let your child laugh! A happy baby equals a confident mom. REPORT | parenting AreYou a New MuM? 68 August 2013 www.womanthismonth.com Young Bahraini Shaikha Al Fadel is not out of college yet, but she’s already giving grownups a lesson in living and loving. Not many people in the Kingdom would pause to consider the hardship of expatriate labourers, thousands of whom work outdoors under the Middle Eastern sun. That makes 20-year-old Shaikha Al Fadel one of Bahrain’s tender hearts. This svelte, young girl from Riffa has aspired to run a charity since she was 16. But, it was only in May this year that Shaikha was able to materialise her dream with the launch of her charity, LiveLoveGive. Her first initiative this summer is the Shade a Worker project, where she hands out goody bags to construction workers toiling in the heat. Shaikha came up with the idea after her doctor advised her to sit in the sun for short spells for a dose of Vitamin D. “Those 10 minutes made me sweat so much, I was almost dizzy. I realised if 10 minutes in the sun were so harsh for me, how much hardship must these workers be going through,” she says. Along with 10 other friends, Shaikha sold coupons worth BD2.500 each at various schools and universities across Bahrain to raise around BD1,000 for the project. She put together the goody bags which comprise a chilled bottle of water, a snack, a cap to shield wearers from the sun, BD1 worth of phone credit and BD1.500 in cash. “I know it doesn’t sound like much, but to a construction worker or a rag picker working under the sun, a chilled bottle of water and a snack means a lot. I was very touched with the response we received and I could tell the workers’ gratitude was heartfelt,” she believes. So far, the Royal University for Women undergraduate has distributed 200 bags and a 100 more are on the way. The online campaign launched on Twitter and Instagram kept Shaikha on her toes for two months, but she was pleasantly surprised by the generosity shown by people. “One day, we had a call from a donor asking for coupons. When my friend went to meet this lady, she was entertaining some friends from Qatar. These friends too bought additional coupons from us. One of the visitors from Qatar said she was inspired to start a similar charitable initiative in her country,” says Shaikha. Next on her agenda is a Ramadan campaign to collect gifts for children, which will be passed on to the younger inmates at the BDF Hospital. “Children in the hospital will be lonely during Ramadan and we want to visit them in the evening carrying gifts to keep them company and show them we care,” she says. Shaikha plans a fundraiser later in October with an entrepreneur’s fair, where participants will bring and sell cupcakes, accessories and handicrafts to raise money in aid of underprivileged women who are expecting a child. by SIMI KAMBOJ Sharing is Giving lifestyle | community Shaikha Al Fadel Bahrain Edition BEAUTY | FASHION | HOME | WELLBEING | PARENTING | LOCAL ISSUES August 2013 | Issue 126 | BD1 / SR10 www.womanthismonth.com woman this month AUGUST 2013 ı A GUIDE TO PARENTING ı www.womanthismonth.com HOME SUBSCRIBERS COPY ISSUE 126 BEAUTY Goodbye Wrinkles! 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8 September 2013 www.womanthismonth.com One of the oldest jewellery houses in the Kingdom of Bahrain, Al Zain recently presented their collections at the JCK show in Las Vegas, conquering a new market and gaining international recognition. Al Zain crafts timeless jewellery from all sorts of precious gems and stones. Amongst many creations, the Arabdeco Collection boasts delicate pieces inspired by the fine details of the Art Deco Era and fused with the Arabesque motifs. The collection contains necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings. The pieces are also embellished with diamonds, pearls, rubies, emeralds and diamond beads. The exquisite range won the category of ‘best Eastern design jewellery’ in the Middle East Premier Awards for Jewellery, Pens and Watches. The designs of Al Zain combine originality with high quality materials that result in pieces worthy to add to the family treasure. Call 17 178-234 (Bahrain City Centre), 17 582-232 (Seef Mall) and 17 229-191 (Yateem Centre). Eye-catching pieces are a mandatory item in a woman’s wardrobe and innovative jewels are the secret to a modern and sophisticated look. Fine Details shopping | pick of the month
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10 September 2013 www.womanthismonth.com What lies underneath Penelope Cruz and her sister, Monica Cruz, have designed their debut lingerie line for Agent Provocateur. The debut L’Agent collection features a selection of bra and brief sets, suspenders, basques and babydolls, in silk, satin, lace and point d’esprit tulle. news RETAILTHERAPY Our store radar tells us that cool pieces are here. Take a look at the new pre-autumn collections and get ready to shop for upcoming trends. Effortlessly cool Japanese super-label Uniqlo’s new concept is called ‘Lifewear’. It simply means that all of the store’s essentials have been divided into their rightful categories. Chloë Sevigny and Lily Donaldson are the faces of the new cashmere and silk lines. The art of writing Montblanc brings back the pioneering spirit of the early 20th Century with the launch of the Montblanc Heritage Collection 1912. The collection pays tribute to a time when the company revolutionised the manufacturing of fine writing instruments. Before your run It doesn’t just tell time. The Nike+ SportWatch GPS keeps you motivated and on track with unique features like automatic run-reminders. It’s like having your own personal running coach, right on your wrist. It keeps track of your location, pace, distance, laps and calories burnt. FOR FASHIONISTAS Have a craving for handcrafted leather goods? Desado.com, an online discovery destination for all things design, gives the Arab world the chance to emulate socialites and style icons, such as Alexa Chung, Zooey Deschanel and Dakota Fanning, with original satchel styles from The Leather Satchel Co, which will be exclusively available on the site, for the very first time in the Middle East, from August 18-29.
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12 September 2013 www.womanthismonth.com DATE Save the Ladies, mark your calendar. Here’s the overview of events worth checking out this month. When? September 3 Event? Reading Venue? Albareh Art Gallery Story time Albareh will host an evening of reading by Lebanese writer Rania Zaghir for kids aged between six and 10 years. Rania will read a selection of stories from her imaginative and hilarious picture books from 5-7pm. The night also includes a screening on how books are made. Call 17 717-707 or email [email protected]. When? September 25 Event? Cooking class Venue? Cucina Italiana Italian fare Food lovers in the Kingdom should know about the authentic Italian experience that Cucina Italiana has to offer. Their cooking classes are perhaps the most successful in Bahrain with fully-booked sessions every month. Held every third Wednesday, each class will have you learning to prepare a traditional appetiser and main course from 4-5.30pm at BD10. Call 17 001-317 or email [email protected]. When? September 5 Event? Live entertainment Venue? Cultural Hall Musical performance Fareeda Mohammed Ali, known simply as Fareeda, is an acclaimed performer of the Iraqi maqam, a 400-year-old genre of Arab music. She is widely considered to be one of the most pre-eminent female voices of her generation thanks to her incredible vocal range and commanding stage presence. Her extraordinary gift will be on full display as she performs a selection of her best known works, many of which were authored by some of the most well-known poets and producers in the Arab World. With a string of best-selling albums to her credit and legions of adoring fans all over the world, her show will be one to remember. Call 80 008-089 or email [email protected]. When? October 4 Event? Aquathlon Venue? Hamala Beach Resort Run for it! The Bahrain Road Runners (BRR) have officially kick-started their 2013-2014 events’ season by opening registrations to the Aquathlon. The event is open to juniors, adults and teams. Juniors will compete in a 300m swim followed by a 2km run, while adults have to complete a 600m swim followed by a 6km run. Call 33 011-252 or visit www.bahrainroadrunners.com.bh. diary
www.womanthismonth.com 13 September 2013 Autumn Winter Be ready for a season full of attitude. From strong and ladylike to rebel and punk styles, you will find out that the AW 2013 collections will make history in your wardrobe. WTM picked the main trends of the season especially for you! Have fun and enjoy your days of shopping. Follow the trends: 14 Modern Diva 16 Blue Tones 18 Country Chic 20 Boy Meets Girl 22 Deep Prints 24 Drama Heroine 26 Fashion Rebellion 28 Grey Matter 30 Material Girl 32 Into the Wild 2013 Mulberry
14 September 2013 www.womanthismonth.com FASHION | trend The ladylike look from past decades sees its revival in the AW2013 collections. It’s all about fashion heritage. The old times were easily spotted in many runway shows across the four main fashion capitals: New York, London, Milan and Paris. Meadham Kirchhoff and Emporio Armani got inspired by the femininity of the ‘20s, with delicate dresses that create long silhouettes. Bottega Veneta and Jonathan Saunders revisited the women of the ‘40s with their A-line skirts. Refreshed eyes of the ‘70s were seen in L’Wren Scott and Miu Miu catwalks. A look into the history of fashion will help you pick your favourite era to create an old-fashioned style inspired by ladies from the past. The modern woman has a lot to learn from those who led us to the present day. Modern Diva L'Wren Scott Dior Jonathan Saunders Miu Miu Emporio Armani Prada Meadham Kirchhoff THE DETAILS Bottega Veneta Dolce & Gabbana Proenza Schouler
www.womanthismonth.com 15 September 2013 Mix and match old-style pieces to create an updated look. An iconic dress or coconut hat will bring out the lady within you. Classic round shoes in two colours are also an option to compose the look. Avoid a total time machine outfit; a piece here and there will be enough to get it right. 2 Coast 1 3 4 5 6 7 EDITOR'S PICK Skirts passing the knee line are the hottest trend for this season. This mid-calf skirt from Monsoon is the best pick to create the ladylike look. 1. Nayomi; 2. Very; 3. Penneys; 4. M&Co; 5. Office; 6. Paule Ka; 7. Louis Vuitton Get the Look
16 September 2013 www.womanthismonth.com Blue Tones The colour of the sky will be painted across store windows and racks this season. The dark hue is everyone’s favourite, but this autumn/winter, the designers explored the variations of the shade. If you go for blue, you’ll be right! Navy is classy and is an excellent choice for work days. It doubles as a stylish option for your ‘night out’ dress and casual clothes alike. To innovate, try to incorporate blue accessories to your wardrobe. It will spice up your look without showing off too much. If you want to try a different shade, sky blue would be it. Carven took it to the runway beside baby pink in a beautiful colour scheme. The hue is a perfect choice for those like us, who live in the Middle East, where the winter comes with bright days. For the coolest look of the season, pair blue with grey. THE DETAILS Band of Outsiders Chanel Valentino Vionnet Salvatore Ferragamo Atelier Versace Carven Tory Burch Paul Smith FASHION | trend
www.womanthismonth.com 17 September 2013 Do you want to be bold and grab all the attention? Get inspired by the Salvatore Ferragamo and Vionnet runway shows. They opted for a total azure look, mixing and matching different shades. If you are looking for the right palette, just look up to the sky when the night approaches to find your answer. Get the Look 1. Carolina Herrera; 2. CC; 3. Wallis; 4. Hobbs; 5. Vincci; 6. River Island; 7. Coach 2 1 3 4 6 7 5 EDITOR'S PICK This blue clutch from Dune is all you need to add this trendy hue to your look. Rami Al Ali
18 September 2013 www.womanthismonth.com When living in the Middle East, the idea of the countryside gets a bit blurred. However, with this autumn/ winter trend, you will find a new angle to the concept of getting ready in high style for a weekend in the country. Life amongst nature asks for comfortable clothes to hike green mountains in natural shades of browns, greens, reds and yellows. Large criss-cross patterns in dark shades are mandatory when sitting next to the fireplace for a cup of hot chocolate. Runway shows presented the fancy side of the trend. Long coats and fitted jackets in fine fabrics were seen next to long dresses with delicate flowers and pencil skirts paired with the traditional chequered style. Marc by Marc Jacobs showcased the retro country woman off to work, while Tommy Hilfiger portrayed the urban lady on a mission in the countryside. The traditional pattern in expected colours finds originality when placed and worn in different ways. Country Chic Marc by Marc Jacobs Tommy Hilfiger Issa Miyake Daks Rochas THE DETAILS Moschino Mulberry Prada Celine FASHION | trend
www.womanthismonth.com 19 September 2013 For a fresh use of the well-known patterns of the comfy country style, try to pick pieces with modern cuts or shapes. Runaway from the same, same country style is the way to embrace the trend without looking outmoded. What about adding the trend when pairing a checked handbag with your outfit? 2 Michael Michael Kors 1 3 4 5 6 7 1. Monsoon; 2. Mint Velvet ; 3.Phase Eight; 4. House of Fraser; 5. Miss Selfridge; 6. Steve Madden; 7. Debenhams Get the Look EDITOR'S PICK Even though nobody really sees it, reliable and comfy lingerie will help you get into the mood for winter. These two pieces are from Oysho.
20 September 2013 www.womanthismonth.com Sometimes when you realise that you have nothing to wear, don’t you feel like jumping into your boyfriend’s or husband’s wardrobe? Their uncomplicated way of dressing gets the green light in the girls’ dress code this season. Sharp and tailored cuts in neutral shades are the solution to your moody days. Caps, hats, striped suits, funky ties and strong boots are allowed to sneak their way into the female wardrobe. In some designers’ creations, you will notice a feminine flair in the shorter length of jackets and the accentuated waist created by a special cut or a belt. Brands like MaxMara and Sportmax opted for oversized coats, a strong trend in many runway shows. It hides feminine curves, bringing a British seriousness to the look. You no longer have to worry about what lies under! THE DETAILS Anna Sui Dsquared2 Tommy Hilfiger Boy Meets Girl Paco Rabanne DKNY Ralph Lauren Maxmara Sportmax Marni FASHION | trend
www.womanthismonth.com 21 September 2013 Incorporate elements from the men’s wardrobe into your style. A small detail here and there will add a cool touch to your girlish clothes. If you want to dive into the trend, choose tight, tailored trousers with a cotton blouse. Instead of a long-sleeved shirt, pick a feminine top to be paired with a jacket. 2 Hobbs 3 4 5 6 7 1. Massimo Dutti; 2. Gap; 3. M&Co; 4. Mango; 5. Next; 6. Aldo; 7. H&M Get the Look EDITOR'S PICK These black loafers from Lanvin play with the feminine and masculine double act, with the girlish bow and sparkling low heels. 1
22 September 2013 www.womanthismonth.com We have summer prints and winter prints. The former is painted in bright colours, usually on a white background. The latter, however, comes in darker shades on a black background. It’s a simple equation. However, this season they got a little bit more shadowy, gloomy and murky. If I might say so, it is kind of depressing in a good way. There is no horror involved; just darkness and mystery. Some patterns give you the feeling of being in a dark forest or deep in the ocean. The stamped white flowers in Givenchy’s runway seem to pop out of the fabric. Etro prints play with your eyes, while Mary Katrantzou plays with your imagination. If you want to invest in just one new piece, this is it. Designers were inspired and created unique prints. Get into the drama mode for your first step into AW2013 collections. THE DETAILS Giles Just Cavalli Mary Katrantzou Deep Prints Givenchy Etro Filipe Oliveira Baptista Valentino Christopher Kane Lanvin FASHION | trend
www.womanthismonth.com 23 September 2013 The best option to show off your new season printed mood is a dress. Choose a simple cut in medium or short length and pair it with minimal black or deep blue accessories to stand out in a chic and contemporary way. A dramatic fitted jacket is also a good pick to team up with black trousers or a pair of jeans. 2 House of Fraser 1 3 4 5 6 7 Get the Look EDITOR'S PICK For a dreary style without diving into it, ‘print out’ your accessories. This blurred scarf from Accessorize will do the job. 1. Manish Arora at Saks Fifth Avenue; 2. Very; 3. Giambatista Valli; 4. Karen Millen; 5. Eucalptus; 6.Paperchase; 7. Viyella
24 September 2013 www.womanthismonth.com The fashion world is into a lot of drama this season. The misty prints and rebellious dark style create mysterious heroines. Straight cuts, sober colours and long coats are there to prove this. Get inspired by your favourite enigmatic character in Sherlock Holmes or Robin Hood to create your look. The capes are undoubtedly the standout symbol of this trend. They started to pop here and there a few collections ago, but in this season, they come to stay as your must-have piece. You can spot them in different runway shows like Chloe, Oscar de La Renta, Guy Laroche and Hermès. Coats with large shoulders and strong statement pieces are items that translate the concept of the look. Forget about feminine fragility. It may come in hues of pink in some designers’ creations, but put your best warrior attitude on when getting this look together during the winter days. Drama Heroine Guy Laroche Chloe Hermès Oscar de La Renta Prabal Gurung THE DETAILS Nina Ricci Ralph Lauren Jason Wu Issa London FASHION | trend
www.womanthismonth.com 25 September 2013 Capes are an excellent choice for the mild winter of the Middle East. Pick one made of light material and throw it over a basic turtle-neck top. Pair it with skinny jeans or tight leather trousers to get the heroine effect. Don’t forget, when wearing a cape, you add volume to the upper part of your body, so opt for bottoms that stick to the legs. 2 Oasis 1 3 4 5 6 7 Get the Look EDITOR'S PICK This Mango black cape with faux leather details is the perfect pick for this look. It adds the necessary drama with a traditional flair. 1. Debenhams; 2. Phase Eight; 3.Wallis; 4. Fenn Wright Manson; 5. Fashion World; 6. Massimo Dutti; 7. Next
26 September 2013 www.womanthismonth.com Allied to the drama heroines and deep prints, the rebel, punk and grunge style is also a hot trend in the AW2013 collections. If all ladylike, mellow dressing is not your favourite style and when you look to your wardrobe the rock n’ roll appeal is hidden somewhere there, then, this is the trend for you. The grunge style from the ‘90s with checked skirts, white shirts and leather studded jackets are back on track. Overlapping pieces with different prints and fabrics is also a trademark of this trend. Saint Laurent, Chanel and Givenchy took the rebel chic style to the runway with high-end flair. Junya Watanabe expressed the mix of fabrics and patterns using the patchwork technique to show off her fresh touch into the grunge style. Toughen up and get rebellious this season! Fashion Rebellion THE DETAILS Fendi Versace Emillio Pucci Chanel Isabel Marant Givenchy Saint Laurent Vivienne Westwood Junya Watanabe Haider Ackermann FASHION | trend
www.womanthismonth.com 27 September 2013 Add an item from this casual trend to your everyday look or dive in the punk style for a girls’ night out. Don’t overdo the look for your day commitments. It will give the impression that the night was too long and you didn’t have time to get changed. 2 River Island 1 3 4 5 6 7 Get the Look 8 A pair of red checked trousers is a good start to place your first step in grunge style. This Karen Millen piece can be teamed with heels or flats. EDITOR'S PICK 1. Evans; 2. Atelier Versace; 3. Internacionale; 4. F&F; 5. George; 6. Primark; 7. Bertie; 8. Etro
28 September 2013 www.womanthismonth.com Do you want an option to replace your reliable black piece? Pick something grey the next time you go shopping. The neutral colour is a combination of the two BFF colours black and white and should get more space in your wardrobe this season. Many designers tinted their creations in variations of this hue, going from very light to charcoal accents. Stella McCartney and Thierry Mugler opted for a total grey look, while Paco Rabanne paired it with metallics and Alexis Mabille teamed it with the omnipresent black. The hue is easy to spot in winter clothes every year. It probably translates the mood of the season giving you the comfy feeling that we all look forward to during chilly days. For the Middle East, lighter shades are perfect for the day time, while darker hues are a good option for evening events. Alexis Mabille Paco Rabanne Celine Richard Nicoll Mugler Antonio Berardi Grey Matter THE DETAILS Louis Vuitton Victoria Beckham Alexander Wang FASHION | trend
www.womanthismonth.com 29 September 2013 EDITOR'S PICK A cool accessory this season? Grey sunglasses! This Aldo piece will add the trendy colour to your everyday look. Grey goes very well with straight-cut clothes, such as A-line skirts and structured dresses. The sober shade is very versatile and allows you to paint your accessories in any other hue. If you opt for a plain dress, team it up with a chunky necklace or noticeable bracelet. A pair of long sparkling earrings is an outstanding choice. 2 Penneys 4 5 6 7 Get the Look 1. F&F; 2. Oysho; 3. Marc by Marc Jacobs; 4. Gap; 5. Marks & Spencer; 6. Internacionale; 7. Lacoste 1 3
30 September 2013 www.womanthismonth.com It’s time to introduce different fabrics to your wardrobe. Leather, plastic, feather, fur, velvet and latex are some of the materials you will find in perfect wearable style. Crazy creations with a futuristic look are in the past. The future is here; technological materials have come down to earth in retro and simple cuts. Faux feathers and fur add volume and steal the scene of your look as a complementary treat. The plasticised leather that has been showing its face for some seasons is now ready to be worn in A-line skirts and dresses. Leather and velvet are old pals of winter clothes, drawing a line between the seasons. Topshop and Unique brought the gloss look to their skirts while Marc Jacobs, Maurizio Pecoraro and Emanuel Ungaro warmed up their models’ neckline with fur. Explore the many materials available to create your own edgy style. THE DETAILS Giles Marc Jacobs Gucci Material Girl Topshop Emanuel Ungaro Maurizo Pecoraro Unique Lacoste Miu Miu FASHION | trend
www.womanthismonth.com 31 September 2013 Perhaps the fur flair is a little too much for the modest winter of the Middle East, but using it as a detail to your look won’t make you melt on the inside. It simply tells everyone that you are in the winter spirit. If it is not your way of showing it, a leather skirt or skinny trousers could also indicate that you turned the station to AW2013 mode. 2 Carolina Herrera 1 4 5 6 EDITOR'S PICK This Nina Ricci ring is the perfect symbol of adding the trend to your look, without over doing it. 1. Mulberry; 2. Asos; 3. Dorothy Perkins; 4. Loewe; 5. Tory Burch; 6. Vincci; 7. Marks & Spencer 3 7 Get the Look
32 September 2013 www.womanthismonth.com Nature gives us inspiration for many things in our everyday life and fashion isn’t an exception. Designers get insights to create colour schemes and to insert textures in their collections from the world around us. Animal fur and skin patterns are always there, mainly during winter time. This season, forget about the cold snake skin and embrace the warm fur of leopards. The feline coat was reproduced by many brands in dresses, coats and accessories. Burberry Prorsum, Tom Ford and Blugirl used the leopard print as a smart touch to key pieces and as a detail to highlight the design. Most of the creations kept the orange and black, traditional style, but some brands changed the usual combination to different hues or made it lighter, without losing the pattern. Go wild! Into the Wild THE DETAILS Emanuel Ungaro Roland Mouret Blumarine Tom Ford Blugirl Burberry Prorsum Ermanno Scervino Moschino Cheap and Chic Les Copains FASHION | trend
www.womanthismonth.com 33 September 2013 EDITOR'S PICK A Michael Michael Kors ankle-strapped heels in leopard print is the best final touch to your contemporary suit choice. Use it as a detail to your look. The animal print can cover your flats and high heels, small handbags and clutches, or even stamp your coats and jackets. A total leopard look is too much to hit the streets. 2 Jaeger 1 3 4 5 6 7 Get the Look 1. Thakoon; 2. Isme; 3. Dune; 4. Dolce and Gabanna at Saks Fifth Avenue; 5. Accessorize; 6.Fifty Plus; 7. Asos
34 September 2013 www.womanthismonth.com Winter Staples FASHION | trends Now that you are aware of the main trends for AW 2013, check out the season’s favourite accessories. 1 Comfy Feet The statement ‘cold feet, warm heart’ is not what we really want. It is a lot better to have warm feet during winter; the best footwear is a cool pair of boots! This season they will come with medium and long boot shafts to be worn with trousers or mid-skirts. Get into the country mood with a brand new pair. Hourglass Shape This simple accessory can totally change your outfit. It is not exactly a symbol of the season, but an amazing tool to transform your winter attire. Big coats and dresses made with thick material can get a better form with a belt placed along the waistline for a feminine touch. The quick closing of a buckle will flatter your figure. 2 3 4 Osman Prada
www.womanthismonth.com 35 September 2013 Protect your ears Even though we experience a mild winter in the Kingdom, it is undeniable that the wind likes to blow in this part of the world. Protect your ears from the cool breeze with wool caps, earmuffs or even the reinvented bonnet. Don’t miss the opportunity to show off with pieces that you can only wear in winter. Neck Huggers If you have long hair, scarves are not a mandatory item in your wardrobe as a warmer itself, but as a fashion piece. It is a versatile accessory to add colour and texture to your outfit as an eye-catcher. It is an easy item to carry in your handbag or back seat of your car for any upcoming situation when you have to cover up. Head Warmer Many designers were inspired by days gone by and hats have come onboard. The mysterious trail that is in the air uses this artefact to reinforce drama. A felt hat is the best pick for the season; you will find it in different shapes to create many looks. Make a note for your next purchase: a trendy head warmer. 5 6 7 8 9 10 Marni Jasper Conran Moncler Gamme Rouge 1.Next; 2. Celine; 3. Etro; 4. Carolina Herrera; 5.Oysho; 6. Debenhams; 7. Aldo; 8. H&M; 9. Massimo Dutti; 10. Marks & Spencer
36 September 2013 www.womanthismonth.com Trendy, comfy and up-to-date – this is Gap’s well-known trademark. The brand’s new collection dives into one of the trends of the season: blue tones. The colour of the sky is painted across their denim collections for both men and women. Slim cuts and shirts are the focus for men; boyfriend jeans are the predominant shape for the women’s wardrobe. Fading colours with salt-washed greys and watery blues also make an appearance in the new collection’s palette. You can spot lush greens in the woven pieces teamed with vibrant violets in the men’s knits. Luminous yellow paired with khakis define the ‘Surplus’ collection to please both men and women alike. To add brightness and texture, opt for candy colours mixed with prints and pastel plaids. They work best with skinny trousers as well as woven and cotton cardigans, helping you create the best layered-up grunge style for a cool winter look. Shop for Gap at Bahrain City Centre. Call 17 178-432. Winter Mode FASHION GAP The new season comes with new trends and the best way to please your wardrobe is to invest in versatile pieces.
38 September 2013 www.womanthismonth.com Some unique pieces are made to be kept forever. They are items that come with a distinct design and will always feature as a key piece in your wardrobe. The sober and perennial designs of Max Mara are the perfect pick for the flawless look easily spotted in their AW 2013 collection. The Italian house found inspiration in the principles of Bauhaus, the German school where innovative movements in the field of art, architecture and industrial production are in constant action. The authentic cuts of the oversized coats and structured jackets cross the path of architecture. Fine construction appears in leather patches and in the precise stitching that highlights the round shape of the shoulders giving it the perfect fitting and structure. The colour schemes help to translate the inspiration with urban greys, from stone and cement, through blue and black with an intense touch of yellow and the iconic camel. The layered trendy look that fits the masculine wardrobe so well gets a feminine companion: the new JBag by Max Mara. The ladylike style of the ‘60s shows off rigorous lines and sophisticated details, making it precious and functional. The handbag is available in different materials like calf, pony, ostrich and deer skins and in various versions, such as colour-block, mono-colour or animal print to suit classy and functional tastes. Shop for Max Mara at Moda Mall. Call 17 131-015. Practical Elegance Max Mara FASHION
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40 September 2013 www.womanthismonth.com Choose a sophisticated and chic cosmopolitan look for all situations of your day. Get ready for a season of versatile pieces to be mixed and matched. Vincci’s new collection brings streamlined designs, cool palettes and refined materials for an everyday look or night out style. Gold, silver, black, maroon and beige are the colours you find in the Gilded Chic collection to add a fine touch to your outfit. Transparency, suede, metal and studs are the details used to embellish the pieces. In the spotlight are court shoes, ankle boots, pumps and covered heels. The handbags come with eye-catching details in shapes suitable for all purposes. The Autumn Collage collection brings the rich colours of the season, such as greens, reds and orange to bright up your moody wardrobe. Croco suede and napa are some of the materials used to build up the items. For a bolder and fashionable look, pick colourful shoes in platforms, wedges, peppy toes or strappy sandals. Pair it with cool totes or slouchy carriers and add some colour to your autumnal wardrobe. Call 17 178-696 (Bahrain City Centre) or 17 300-860 (Ramli Mall). Autumn Flirtations FASHION VINCCI
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