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A JANUARY 2014

The Views and opinions expressed or implied in Message Magazine are those of the authors or taken from reliable websites. Great care is taken to ensure the accuracy of the contents fo Message Magazine,but the publishers accept no responsibility for any errors or omissions.Letters and readers contributions may be editted at our discretion.

As time passes by, we often take time to reflect on our accomplishments and achievements in life; we also sit and visualize how different our lives would have been had we taken a different path than the one we are currently on; would our lives be in a better state, or a worse state or would it be the same? One thing for sure is that no matter how old you are, or how experienced you might imagine yourself to be, it is never too late to learn something new! We are living in a time where the majority of people seem to be motivated to do their own thing, whether it is in starting their own business, or starting a family,or continue their education, or maybe even learning a new language; no matter what the case may be, all this motivation is highly inspiring, so thank you for the inspiration!

Our main aim is to offer you an enjoyable reading experience, we do not wish to change your way of thinking, for diversity is the sign of a healthy society; just imagine how dull and boring life would be if we all thought and acted in the same manner. What we have selected for you in our first issue is a set of topics that we hope you enjoy; like the history of our glorious Kuwaiti flag that we must raise in honor and dignity, and which types of foods are so useful that they have come to be known as Super Foods, we also have a large selection of trendy clothing items that have been picked out by our fashion expert and many more.Hope you enjoy your reading experience and I would personally love to interact with our readers with their comments (positive or negative) in the future.

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History of

Ever since Kuwait’s establishment, the Kuwaiti National Flag came in various shapes, colors and different designs. Each flag represented an era and a story wor th telling of a country struggling for identity despite

several obstacles standing in its way until it’s independence in 1961. Here are the different designs of the Kuwaiti f lags used throughout history and a brief commentary about the time they were used :

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The Sileemi Flag

of the Kingdom of Bahrain, it was used in Kuwait for a period of 109 years (1762-1871) ever since the ruling of Sabah I. It

distinguish them from others.

The Ottoman Flag

The Arab countries situated from the Arabian Gulf to the Atlantic Ocean all

of Islamic pride and unity. It was also used for political and economic purposes due to the Ottoman Empire’s control and

sea and desert routes.Sheikh Abdullah Al Sabah ( or Sheikh Al Qurain as he was know at the time) encouraged raising the Ottoman Flag to eliminate any obstacles on Kuwaiti ships traveling in near by routes and ports, in addition to eliminating any customs and

Kuwaiti citizens in Basra.

The Turkish Flag

Raised during the ruling of Sheikh Abdullah Al Sabah and for similar purposes as the Ottoman

In Allah We Trust

After the Battle of Sarif in 1901, Sheikh Mubarak ‘The Great’ decided to replace the Turkish

design in order to avoid any form of Ottoman control over Kuwait however, this early form of independence was’nt approved by Great

tnemeerga terces a dengis dah ohw niatirBwith Sheikh Mubarak in 1899 that guarded Kuwait from any foreign aggression, suggested the use

i n s t e a d . S h e i k h Mubarak declined, and during Lord George Curzon’s visit to Kuwait on 28 September 1903, a new red

“ In Allah We Trust ” written in Arabic was raised.

SHEIKH MUBARAK “ THE GREAT “

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After Lord Curzon’s visit had ended on

raised again due to the secrecy of the agreement between Sheikh Mubarak and Britain. In 1904, Shiekh Mubarak allowed Britain exclusive rights to set up a post

agreed that Kuwait should raise its own

the OttomanThe British suggested the use of a red

word ‘Koweit’ written in English. Mubarak suggested on using

in Arabic due to the fact that all his

During the First World War, a ship owned by a Kuwaiti businessman came under attack by British warships for raising the

with the word Kuwait written in Arabic on

the independence in 1961.

The Jahra Flag 1921 : On 10 October 1921, Kuwait came under an attack led by Faisal Al Duwaish , a commander in Sultan Abdulaziz Al Saud’s army. The Kuwaiti army was led by Sheikh Salem Al Mubarak and the battle occurred in Jahra.

the battle as it was never used again a f terwards. In addition to ‘Kuwait’ in Arabic on the center

the words translated to ‘ No God but Allah and Mohammed is his Prophet’ were added

‘In the name of Allah most Merciful most Gracious’

occasions

in ships and during the pearl diving era between 1914 and 1961 as shown:

1914 - 1921

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The Flag Shown below was used in ports and special occasions between 1921 and 1961

Seif Palace, as well as during Tuesday

Municipal Meetings headed by the ruler at the time, Sheikh Ahmed Al Jaber . It was also raised on Fridays, during

and special occasions as well as in the Public Security Authority.

The Current Flag :

On 19 June 1961, Sheikh Abdullah Al Salem Al Sabah effectively ended the British “ p r o t e c t o r a t e ” status of Kuwait by signing a treaty with Great Britain declaring Kuwait a fully independent country. On 7 September a law was passed regarding the new Kuwaiti Flag which symbolizes independence. On 24 November the new

represented the defeat of the enemy, the red represented the swords or the blood on the swords, the white symbolized purity and the green symbolized the fertile land.Horizontally, the green stripe should be on top and vertically the green stripe should

1921 - 1961

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The year 2008 witnessed the launch of the National project “Proud to be Kuwaiti” (P2BK)

Mr. Dhari Hamad Al-Wazzan. P2BK strives and seeks to reach young, enthusiastic and ambitious youth who are united by the love and belongingness to their nation with distinctive talents and cre-ative ideas. “Proud to be Kuwaiti” (P2BK) project aims to support and highlight the potentials of

forums, activities, events, and national contributions, while exposing and overcoming the obstacles facing them and strives to build their self esteem through the true meaning of volunteering to serve the country.

The Theme Inspiration The Kuwaiti formative artist Asaad Ahmad Bonashi has drawn a painting about Ku-

“Kuwait’s First Panorama.” This painting includes

a number of old Kuwaiti monuments, in-cluding mosques, markets and facilities and geographic locations surrounded by

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painting tells the story of the birth and the emergence of Kuwait since 1760. working on the painting took two months preceded by a long historical study and review of the sources and manuscripts with the extrap-olation of historic landmarks of the old Ku-wait City over the course of six months in coordination with the researcher and histo-rian Bashar Khalifoh and review by Dr. Ab-dullah Al-Ghoneim.In recognition of this Kuwaiti distinguished artwork, the Organizing Committee of the Sixth Forum of Proud to be Kuwaiti has decided to embody this painting and create

the glory and history of grandparents with the hands of grandchildren, commensurate with the requirements of the present era and technology to organize a unique exhibition and forum in the region and even the whole world.

Event and Activities

The Organizing Committee of Proud to be Kuwaiti addressed concern to integrate entertainment and educational functions in

the largest sector of the forum visitors.

Committee hosted international specialized entertainment companies and international artists, to ensure that the village is visited by visitors throughout the 6th forum which lasted for 14 days.

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1001 nights were selected for the sculptures to promote the reading habits within the youth since it was one of the best selling stories around the world .It encourages the people to read the stories which is kept beside each sculptures. 20 boxes of books were imported through amazon to narrate the stories. The team behind this project were divided

as the Management Team,Logistics Team and the Sculpture Team. Proud to Be Kuwaiti Team as the management team and around 13 contractors for logistics and the worlds best 10 champions for The sculpture team.The Grade One Wash sand was taken by digging in Amghara without any chemicals added.

PROJECT NATION

Festival

The WorldsLargestSand Sculpting

Remal International Festival is a unique celebration of entertainment and the arts. The first of its kind in the GCC and the largest in the world.This Project of “ Proud to be Kuwaiti ” Team aims to re-store kuwait’s image as a leading regional tourist destination.The festival is blend be-tween sand sculpure and literary story telling from “ 1001 Arabian Nights”

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Even though the team had to face many technical issues like funding for this chalenging idea in kuwait’s winter weather and in logistics for collecting many raw materials like glue as a protecting layer and some tools were also unavailable in kuwait ,this has become the main touristic spot now in kuwait.

One of the tent which is having indoor sculptors is giving a workshop for people who can come and see the sandartist ,ask and try sculpturing which is open and free for the public.

Organizing the event was started in june and the Sculpting was started on 14th of

entire sculptures.

Remal International is planning to make this as an Annual festival event around the G.C.C Countires, with the rich stories in 1001 nights itself.In future through an open vote the venue of this festival will be selected by the public only.Kuwait is trying to bring back the touristic fame which it had in the 80’s as the most tourist attractive place among the G.C.C. Countries.

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Oscars, more recently being in 1978 1972) and [The Wedding of Zein] (1978Siddiq. Neither received an Oscar nomination.

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It is a period piece about Kuwait before the discovery

Bas Ya Bahr is the story of a crippled pearl diver who forbids his son Mussaid to go to sea to dive for pearls. Mussaid’s father became emotionally inclined after resurfacing too fast during a shark attack on his boat. However, the boy cannot see any other way to make enough money to mary Nura, his beloved. Nura is the daughter of a merchant who wants her to marry for money. Finally, his father gives Mussaid permission to go to sea and even gives him his special black diving suit. Mussaid then works with the man to whom his father owes money. While Mussaid is away, Nura is forced by her family to marry a rich, older suitor. During his last dive Mussaid puts his hand inside a huge clam which closes on it. Mussaid is gasping for air and his friend has to amputate his arm in order to rescue him.

However Mussaid was dead long before he was brought to the boat. Nura meanwhile is raped by her husband on her wedding night. Mussaid’s best friend looks through

his cache of oysters and gradually starts opening all

huge pearl inside. Maybe Mussaid’s death will not be in vain if he can give this to Mussaid’s family. When the boat reaches Kuwait, Mussaid’s mother is welcomed by the dead body of her son and his prize - the pearl - for which he lost his life. The mother stares at the sea with

phrase: “Bas ya bahr” (enough oh sea)!

showing life in Kuwait during a period when pearl diving and the sea in general were the primary source of income for Kuwaitis before the discovery of oil. It shows the hardship of life at the time, the discrimination between the classes and the social values within the

relevant today when studying about “Pearl Diving in Kuwait”. The Cinematography is brilliant in its use of different angles, far and close shots in addition to underwater scenes.

REVIEW

CAST

Mohammed Al-Mansour Mussaid Amal Baker Nura Saad Al-Faraj Mussaid Father Hayat Al-Fahad Mussaid Mother

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St. Barthelemy

St. Barthelemy is overseas collectivity of France, its capital is Gustavia, which also contains the main harbour

tourist destination during the winter holiday season, especially the rich and famous during the Christmas and New Year period.

Wanderers extend their period anywhere with swimming pools, beaches, luxury hotels and restaurants, not only a paradise to travelers but also a excellent place to keep up and to satisfy with your free-way of style. Explore its sophistication and its beautiful manner way of hospitalization when it comes to aggression and urges for inspiration, bliss and even in any conditions.

St. Barts has its satisfactory score when referred to shopping as most of the materials have their best tra`demarks and the chances for assessment, there is no uncertainty for its exceptional reasons. Categorized goods

contemporary to awe-inspiring assortments from incomparable sections of the world.

Barts that undertake lots of choices to show which is so satisfying to be encountered as

delights and the supplied taste of foods from multi-restaurants whether it’s a beach, hotel or luxurious are undoubtedly unparalleled.

you can count on it. Most destinations are

ambiance are well equipped, a stunning view

environment and have no choice but to relax and enjoy. Yes its great to expand your wandering as the moment when the wind is calm and the water is rough and feels good.

Le Sereno St. Barth’sDesigned by famed Parisian designer Christian Liaigre, it’s the much anticipated reincarnation of the iconic Sereno Beach Hotel. As reinvented by Liaigre, Le Sereno is an intimate, elegant sanctuary? A beachfront gem with 37 exquisitely furnished suite and villas. It’s located on the east end of the island along 180 meters (600 feet) of beach on picturesque Grand Cul-de-Sac, a turquoise cove protected from the ocean waves by a

as “one of the most beautiful beaches in the world.”

Guanahani Hotel

Hotel Guanahani & Spa’s starling coloured cottages, from yellow to indigo or purple to bright green, are scattered amongst bougainvilleas, hibiscus and a coconut grove stretching between the ocean and the lagoon.

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The Best ofSt Barthelemy

Eden RockEden Rock Hotel evolved from an

ago by Remy de Haenen, a celebrated local adventurer. In 1995, the property was bought by an English couple, David and Jane Matthews, who intended, initially, to use it as a holiday home. However, a small bar was operating ... which was kept running ... one thing followed another ...

invited to join the prestigeous Relais & Chateaux group of distinguished hotels.

Carl Gustaf HotelSituated above the glittering harbour of Gustavia in St. Barth’s, a small island of the West Indies, and surrounded by tropical vegetation, the Carl Gustaf is a charming hotel featuring 14 one or two bedroom suites. Each suite is located in a pretty cottage all of which capture the panoramic view of the harbour and distant

and sophisticated with a sense of style suitable for the most discerning clientele.

Eden RockHotel Le ToinySt Barts is all about exclusivity and elegance,

of that ambiance. With just 15 Villas set amid 38 acres, your privacy is guaranteed

TRAVEL

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THE DARK CHOCOLATEIS GOOD FOR YOU

Yes, I will identify this portion “As a matter of fact, it’s a fact that mat-ters.” I’d like to specify some facts on the subject of the dark chocolates but first things first, make sure that you’re in a fine circumstance ‘coz you might be fell in love with chocolates over and over again specifically the dark chocolates. I’m coming across further to making your day by day watch-what-you-eat from cut to a better one. When it comes to obesity, it usually leads to complications and many other problems that are harmful to our health like heart diseases, diabetes and cancer and there are no su-pernatural way outs to drop down weight. Through working your goals about weight loss, keep track your calories and nutrition because choco-lates are also high in fat.

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HEALTH

Chocolates, “food for the earth,” which have many names in various parts or the planet earth are products come from cocoa beans (cacao beans- the seeds of the fruit of the cacao tree). The dark chocolate sometimes called the "black chocolate" was a product of the ingredients fat and sugar and cocoa. Dark chocolate may also be used in cooking for a thicker dish solution.

The fact that the dark chocolate, which is packed with natural cell-protecting antioxidants (usually found in fruits, vegetables, grains and nuts), is really good for health by considering it with moderation, the dark chocolate has abundant benefits. In fact, ounce for ounce, dark chocolate and cocoa have more antioxi-dants than do foods like blueberries, green tea and red wine that some people were surprised and tend to forget that chocolate is a plant-based food. Getting dark chocolate on your diet is the best way to recharge antioxidant power. Antioxidants acts to protect your cells from damaging molecules called free radicals. Free radicals are basically unstable oxygen molecules that can trigger changes in the structure of normally healthy cells. Other antioxidant includes Vitamin C and Vitamin E. Dark chocolates contain chemical serotonin, which acts as an anti-depressant. It stimulates the production of endorphins (brain chemicals bring feeling of pleasure). Food for the heart, it matters”. Natural compounds in dark chocolate may aid the cardiovascular system by improving blood flow and reducing blood pressure. Help your arter-ies relax and widen, lowering blood pressure, promoting good blood flow and reducing the strain on the heart. Scientists have also discovered that cocoa may help maintain healthy arteries. Some research prop ups a number of health advantages of dark chocolate that includes reduced insulin sensitivity, increased feelings of fullness and reduced stress and cortisol levels. Dark chocolate is rich in flavanoids which help restore more normal function in cells to better control blood sugar. It has the highest percentage of cocoa solids, therefore more flavanoid(protects skin through absorbing UV light) antioxidants as highlights of most of the studies and it is primarily contributes also cardiovascular health which is one of the reason to spoil.

benefits of dark chocolate

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Apple is considered as one of the superfoods as listed by some nutritionists/scientists and it was proven to be potent weapons against diseases. Superfoods are loaded with phytochemicals which is believe to protect the body and promotes health wellness.

But not only apple but including strawberries and raspberries contain a compound called ellagic acid, when eating these fruits this compound enter the bloodstream to help vanquish cancer cells on contact. Other superfoods like oranges, pomegranates, pumpkins, wild salmon, soy, spinach, tea, tomatoes and walnuts and many other have been described as “Miracle Medicines”.

of many foods as said to be a superfoods. Some that superfoods are defended by

the effects are often exaggerated or misrepresented.Superfoods are powerful enough to nourish and help you lower your wellness worries and maintain a good health as well being. Indeed “health is wealth” so as you incorporate your diet with these superfoods and as a bonus it will put you on an excellent mood, better way of feelings and

these life-altering superfoods are easy and affordable right at this moment in your local supermarket.

Superfoods are actually found in nature. There are green, fruit and nut, seaweeds and herbs. Green superfoods contain

including proteins, protective photo-chemicals and healthy bacteria helping you to build cleaner muscles and tissues, aid

erom dna noitcnuf metsys evitsegid ruoyeffectively protect you against diseaseand illness. Fruit and nut superfoods are

in the body. Herbs have been used for centuries as part of the wisdoms of natural healing methods. Varieties of superfoods are functionally effective against diseases

change your of dieting is a very exceptional choice for life.

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AUTOMOBILES

The Bugatti Veyron EB 16.4is a German mid-engined grand touring car, designed and developed by the Volkswagen Group and manufactured in Molsheim, France by Bugatti Automobiles S.A.S. The Super Sport version of the Veyron is the fastest street-legal production car in the world, with a top speed of 431.072 km/h (267.856 mph).

The Aston Martin One 77is a two-door coupé built by Aston Martin.The One77-monocoque chassis, a handcrafted aluminium body, and a naturally aspirated 7.3 litre

(7312 cc) V12 engine with 750 hp (560 kW). Aston Martin claims that this will be the most powerful naturally aspirated production engine in the world when the car is delivered

The Pagani Zonda is a sports car built by the Italian manufacturer Pagani. It debuted in 1999, and production ended in 2011, with three special edition cars, the Zonda 760RS, Zonda 760LH and the Zonda 764 Passione, being produced in 2012. Construction is mainly of carbon

The Lamborghini Reventón is a mid-engine sports car that debuted at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show. It was the most expensive Lamborghini road car until the Lamborghini Veneno was launched

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Koenigsegg Agera RThe Koenigsegg Agera is a mid-engined sports car made by Swedish car manufacturer Koenigsegg as of 2011. It is a successor to the Koenigsegg CCX/CCXR. The name Agera comes from the Swedish verb ‘agera’ which means “to act” or “to take action”.

Maybach LandauletA landaulet or landaulette is a car body style similar to a limousine, but with the passenger section covered by a convertible top. It was based on a carriage of similar style that was a cut-down (coupé) version of a landau.

processions.

Zenvo ST1 Zenvo or Zenvo Automotive is a Danish sports car company located in Præstø on the Danish island of Zealand. It is managed by Jesper Jensen, the

name ‘Zenvo’ is derived from a combination of

Hennessey Venom GT is a sports car manufactured by Hennessey Performance Engineering.[2] It was revealed on March ,29 2010.On January 2013 ,21, the Venom GT set a new Guinness World Record for an average 300–0 km/h (186 miles/hour) acceleration time of 13.63 seconds, thus making it the quickest

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We think of some players today as untouchable and sometimes even inhuman due to their super celebrity status, but it’s easy to forget that they were just innocent looking kids once just like everyone else.

It’s always fun to look at top football players when they were kids, so here are 10 of the best players when they were just children.

DO YOU KNOW ME ?

Who would have thought it ? Proba-bly not the people that knew Messi as a child.

His talent was undeni-able and he could run rings around kids twice his age, but little Leo suffered from a debilitat-

Barcelona saw his raw talent and offered to pay for treatment to help him grow and that will probably go down as one of the best decisions in the club’s history.

Lionel Messi

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One for the gold-en oldies, Pele is consistently named as one, if not the greatest player of all time. He led the line for one of the greatest team’s of all time and scored bucket loads of goals. The Brazilian striker is said to

have scored more than 1000 goals in his club career which was

mostly spent in Brazil and later in the USA.

PELE

David Beckham has become one of the most iconic players of all time and much of it has to do with the for-mer England captain›s appearance.

A knockout with the ladies, Becks was always sporting his cool hair styles and designer clothes, but he was once just a wide-eyed kid like all of us!

David BeckhamWhere there is Super Mario there is controversy, and also some footballing genius every now and again.

Mario was in the headlines during his time in England for all the wrong reasons, but our back pages are duller without him. Currently spear-heading a lacklustre AC Milan team, he could be back soon enough if the papers are to be believed Mario Balotelli

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The Barcelona maestro is pictured here receiv-ing a trophy from another Barca great, Pep Guardiola.

Pep must have seen his talent even back then, but it is said that perhaps even more talented players than Iniesta were with him in the La Masia academy, but none that had the at-titude, drive and commitment to being the best like Iniesta did

Andres Iniesta

Even when Cristiano Ronaldo turned up on English shores, he bore no resemblance to the

CR7, like most of us, will probably look back on some childhood photos and cringe. Ronaldo grew up on the Portu-guese island of Madeira and is pictured here looking rather lost. Cristiano Ronaldo

Before Messi and Ronaldo,there was Ronaldinho and be-

fore Ronaldinho was terrorising defenders with his frightening

skills, he was just a raw talent with unfortunate teeth.

Pictured here looking rather cute, “the small Ronaldo” as his name de-

notes, was displaying unbelievable skills way beyond his age in Brazil.

Ronaldinho

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The Liverpool captain is destined to become one of the greatest “one club legends” and still isn’t finished yet at the ripe old age of 33. Pic-tured here as a young lad in his early 90s Liverpool top.

We all know that Gareth Bale is the world’s most expen-sive player in history, what we didn’t know was how cute he was as a child.

Bale is trying to make his name in Spain, but he was once just kicking a ball around as young Southampton academy player.

Steven Gerrard

Rooney has got his groove back this season and is flourishing as United’s most important player.

Pictured as a young Evertonian here, he was starting to lose his hair even back then, but he was a cheeky looking little scouser

Gareth Bale

Wayne Rooney

Recommendationsabout the latest in the

glamourous world of fashionwith special monthly advice from

fashion expert.

the talkAlexander has the cool potential and incredible energy that makes girls look forward to wearing his creations. He’s like a meteor coming from nowhere and he shines like a star, he is one of American’s most important fashion designers.

As the models wear his fashion and wherever they go, the masses and the media look up to him and mesmerize by his creations. One of his model said, “He’s like a spirit that he sorted everything and you don’t know why you’re wearing everything but you just do.”

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All of his legion of models and actresses love his clothes. Indeed his clothes were ever wanted by many like editors on the magazine, who’d love to cover him up, customers and retailers to come up to his ideals.

A Native Californian, Alexander Wang was born and raised in San Francisco, at the age of 18, he moved to New York City where he attended Parsons School of Design and partook in a variety of internships. By his sophomore year, Alex was already designing the first collection of his label Alexander Wang, which in 2005, was predominantly knits. He launched his full women’s collection in 2007, selling to over 200 stores. In 2008, Alexander Wang received top honors as the recipient of the Vogue / CFDA Fashion Fund; in 2009, he was recognized by his peers when he was announced as the winner of the Swarovski Women’s wear Designer of the Year; and in October 2009, he was the recipient of the Swiss Textiles Award. Alex was celebrated again in 2010 with another Swarovski Designer of the Year Award,

this time in the Accessory category. Alex currently resides in Manhattan; which is also home to his design studio and first flagship store which opened this February in Soho.Since launching his label in 2007, Alexander Wang has rapidly become New York’s definitive downtown design darling and has attracted the attention of scores of the world’s premier luxury retailers and celebrities, including Megan Fox, Mary-Kate Olsen, and Gwyneth Paltrow. A Parsons drop-out, Wang’s brand of cutting-edge cool has since garnered a trio of prestigious CFDA awards. The twenty-nine year-old’s inexhaustible pursuit of the next “it” everything continues to propel his meteoric career.Vogue interview; “Although Alexander Wang isn’t designing uniforms for the with athletic undertones, leaving behind fur-tipped opulence and concentrating instead on perforated, kinetic wear-ability. 012 Olympics, his phone will likely ring off the hook next time around now that this collection’s out. “We were inspired by competitive

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marathons,” he said at today’s primary-colored presentation, where perforated track vests, patchwork windbreakers, and utility track pants (accessorized with heeled sneaker-sandals) were skillfully translated for his urban loyalists. It was a focused and confident collection from the young, unstoppable designer who disclosed plans to open a two-story flagship in Beijing in 2012. In designing clothes that will be in his Grand Street store come November, Wang picked up fall’s baton for chic, luxe looks “I never really did sports growing up,” he said with a laugh, realizing the irony of the underlying sensibility that’s been with him since the start. “Maybe that’s why they intrigue me. The technology that goes into that clothing is steps ahead, so it’s always been something I look towards.””

New York Post reported a $50 million lawsuit against Alexander Wang for running a sweatshop in Chinatown, Manhattan on March 5, 2012. There were roughly 30 workers who complained regarding the labor conditions in which Wang forces to work and according to some of his workers Wang has violated a number of New York Labor Laws. One of his former workers pushes out the allegation but according to his representative, “The claims regarding sweatshop conditions are completely untrue. In reality, this case was filed by an individual who was let go by the company as a result of serious harassment issues. We stand by our decision to promote a safe workplace environment for all employees regardless of false claims that may be waged against us in retaliation.”

According to Women’s Wear Daily the plaintiffs involved in the suit are asking for $50 million per charge, adding up to $450 million for the 8 charges in total. Despite the recent charges, according to the New York Post, Alexander Wang is planning to open as many as 15 stores in the upcoming year due to the major success of his first shop on Grand Street in SoHo

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Fashion & Lifestyle The designer and High street trendsetter alike have come up with a burst of exquisite colors to challenge all per-sonalities with a soft spot for fashion and accessories for that matter.

Introducing this season a chain of candy inspired colors such as eye popping pinks and yellows to calm lilacs and mint green. If you prefer darker shades this season has got plenty of surprises for you from ripen plumes to deep red and navy. Earth tones are also making a comeback with colors such as caramelized gold to rustic tans shades along with marl grey and dark chocolate browns alike. This season our color pallet is busy and vibrant and has got something for everyone .So if you haven’t yet discovered what is your perfect color well then this season is your time to shine and pick a colored to bare.

All items availble at www.topshop.com

Cut Out Leather Top

Bold Printed Dress

Studded Denim Jacket

THE BLAZER THE BLAZER

Which Blazer are You? So you got your blazer sorted now it’s time to flaunt your blazer-luscious style any way you like.

Here is a capsule collection and personally speaking one of my personal favorites picks for the BLAZER all available at www.topshop.com

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The Blazer Term originated from the red blazers of Lady Margaret Bout Club in 1825 The Rowing Club Of Saint John College Cambridge .The Jacket term is usually referred to as a waist length garment worn by Men and Women and a jacket usually has long sleeves and buckles up at the front . Whereas the blazer is similar but has more of a formal look to it and usually fastens up the single way or the double breasted way with metal buttons .The Blazer usually resembles a suit garment with stand out with detail like a distiktive collar to patch pockets and detailed stitching and under garment lining.

In the past the blazer jacket has served many purposes such as the army and navy to yatch and polo clubs amongst the rich and privileged.

Modern day blazers also have vital roll and serve many sectors such as the airlines industry and educational sector.

The Birth of the Blazer Jacket

As far as 1845 blazers came in blue and white stripes and it is from that the

word blazer came to our English language meaning a stripped jacket. Striped

blazers were extremely popular amongst young British mods in the early 1960’s

and again during the mod revival of the late 1970’s particularly in three-color

thick/thin stripe combinations. Bands— such as the rolling stones and the bee-

tles also supported the blazer look and adopted the blazer style of the period.

Up to this day the blazer is always recognized as a vital fashion staple and is a continuous key trend setter in every season the comes and goes. Blazers nowadays can be worn according to the taste of the individual and they come in all kinds of colors, materials and shapes. Blazers are worn with jeans and chinos as well as worn over dresses and skirts and it will always be recognized as an essential wardrobe piece.

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DINE IN

The Regency invites you to enjoy an eclectic selection of fine cuisine in a variety of unique settings. Using only the freshest ingredients, our international chefs create mouthwatering dishes to satisfy the most discerning palate.

Together with the hotel’s signature service, breakfast, lunch and dinner is a highly pleasur-able dining experience. At our restaurant, chefs are also experienced and adept at catering to special dietary and cultural requirements, as well as to younger family members.

Guests may enjoy a sensational selection of fin cuisines in a variety of unique settings both in-doors and outdoors.Whether dinining a’lacarte or sampling a lavish buffet,brunch or barbeque,the aim is to create an unmissable experience.

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MOVIES NOW

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